Thinly slice the cabbage. Shred the carrot using a julienne peeler or coarsely grate with a box grater. Thinly slice the spring onion on an angle. Crush or finely chop 1 garlic clove.
Step 2 — Make dressing
Put the garlic, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1½ tbs white vinegar, 1 tbs vegetable oil, 3 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp honey and a pinch of pepper in a large bowl and stir to combine.
Step 3 — Toast almonds
Put the almonds in a cold medium frypan over medium heat. Toast, tossing, for 3-4 mins until golden. Remove from the pan.
Step 4 — Cook beef
Separate the beef stir-fry and season with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining sesame oil in the same pan over high heat until very hot (see Kitchen 101). Stir-fry the beef for 1-2 mins until browned. Remove from the pan.
Step 5 — Serve up
Meanwhile, add the cabbage, carrot and spring onion to the dressing and toss to combine. Taste, then season with salt and pepper. Divide the salad among bowls, top with the beef, scatter with the almonds and enjoy!
Step 6 — Kitchen 101
Ensuring the pan is really hot before adding the beef prevents it from stewing and gives it a nice browned finish.