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Crispy Chilli Beef

Crispy Chilli Beef: Your New Favorite Sweet and Spicy Dish

Crispy Chilli Beef delivers an irresistible blend of spice and sweetness, perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 pound Beef Sirloin or Flank Steak Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Substitute with potato starch if desired
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour as an alternative
  • 1 large Egg Can be omitted for a vegan version
  • 1/2 cup Water Replace with non-dairy milk for deeper flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
For Frying
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Can use canola or peanut oil
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce Mix soy sauce and honey if unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Sauce Adjust to taste, Sriracha works well
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Brown sugar can enhance flavors
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Minced, fresh is preferred
For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 medium Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Sliced
  • 2 medium Red Chilies Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil For finishing
  • 2 stalks Chopped Green Onions For garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • wok

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Slice the beef sirloin or flank steak thinly against the grain into strips.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together cornstarch, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the egg and gradually mix in water until smooth.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the beef strips in batches until golden.
  5. In a wok, heat sesame oil and sauté garlic, ginger, onion, and bell pepper until fragrant.
  6. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and sugar; simmer to thicken.
  7. Add cooked beef to the sauce, tossing gently to coat and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Garnish with sliced red chilies and chopped green onions, serving immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or thick noodles for a full meal.

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