Asian Style Beef and Vegetable Stew

Bahan-bahan (6 porsi)

• 16 ounces beef stew meat, (cut into ¾-inch cubes)
• 2 tablespoons canola, vegetable or avocado oil
• 2½ cups water
• 1 medium onion, (cut into thin wedges)
• ⅓ cup dry sherry
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1½ teaspoons grated fresh ginger
• ½ teaspoon granulated white sugar
• 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
• 1½ cups broccoli florets
• 1 large red bell pepper, (seeded & cut into ¾-inch pieces)
• One 8-ounce can sliced water chestnuts, (drained)
• ¼ cup water
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• additional soy sauce, (optional)