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Crispy Chilli Beef

A delightful Asian-inspired dish featuring crispy beef strips coated in a sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for both family dinners and entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef Preparation
  • 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced For best tenderness, slice against the grain.
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
Sauce ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Replace with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili sauce Adjust to taste for spiciness.
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1/2 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
  • 1-2 red chilies, sliced Optional for extra heat.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice beef thinly against the grain into strips, ensuring maximum tenderness.
  2. In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add egg and water, whisk until smooth to create a batter.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a frying pan.
  2. Dip beef strips into the batter, coating them fully, and fry in batches for about 3-4 minutes until they turn golden and crispy.
  3. Drain the fried beef on paper towels.
  4. In a wok or large pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, onion, and bell pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and sugar. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
  6. Toss the crispy beef into the sauce and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until well-coated.
  7. Garnish with sliced chilies and chopped green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of chili sauce. For a vegetarian option, replace beef with tofu or tempeh. This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.