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Crispy Chilli Beef

Crispy Chilli Beef
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Crispy Chilli Beef is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the bold flavors of Asian cuisine right to your kitchen. This delightful recipe features tender, crunchy beef strips coated in a tangy, sweet-spicy sauce, complemented by colorful vegetables. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a family gathering, this dish can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to serve up something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. Once you try this flavorful beef stir-fry, your family will be asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1/2 onion, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1–2 red chilies, sliced (optional for extra heat)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips for tenderness.
  2. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add egg and water; whisk until smooth.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Dip beef strips into batter and fry in batches until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. In another pan, heat sesame oil and sauté garlic, ginger, onion, and bell pepper for about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and sugar; simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Toss fried beef into the sauce mixture; stir-fry together for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Garnish with sliced chilies and chopped green onions before serving.

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