Beef and Sweet Potato Stir-Fry

Beef and Sweet Potato Stir-Fry
Serves 4

1.5 lb beef, thin strips
pinch of ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbs oyster sauce
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 sweet potato, diced into 1 inch chunks (about 2.5 cups)
1 lbs asparagus, cut
1 smaller onion, thin sliced
1 can water chestnuts
Chicken stock, slurry

Directions

1. In a medium mixing bowl, add beef, applesauce, cinnamon, cloves, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, garlic and ginger. Toss to combine and set aside to marinate.
2. In a medium pot, add sweet potato chunks with 2 1/2 cups of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, cook for 5-7 minutes until soft but still firm. Remove sweet potato with strainer or slotted spoon; do not drain water.
3. Return water to a boil. Add green beans and boil for 4 minutes, until soft but still firm. Drain and set aside with cooked potato.
4. In a large wok or skillet, add coconut/olive oil or butter over high heat. Once hot, add beef mixture and onion, tossing quickly until done, about 3 minutes. Then toss in spinach, sweet potatoes and beans. Cook for 1- 2 more minutes and serve!