Description
A delicious crispy beef stir-fry recipe featuring tender beef strips coated in a flavorful batter and sautéed with vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Beef Sirloin or Flank Steak (Use flank for tenderness or sirloin for richer flavor.)
- 1 large Egg (Beaten for binding the batter.)
- 0 cup Cornstarch (Can substitute with arrowroot for gluten-free.)
- 0 cup All-Purpose Flour (Opt for gluten-free flour to maintain crispy texture.)
- 0 cup Water (Adjust for desired batter consistency.)
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (Check for freshness.)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper (Adjust to taste.)
- 1 cup Vegetable Oil (Can use canola or peanut oil.)
- 0 cup Soy Sauce (Low-sodium varieties available.)
- 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar (Apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute.)
- 0 cup Hoisin Sauce (For sweetness and complexity.)
- 1–2 tablespoons Chili Sauce (Adjust for heat preference.)
- 1 tablespoon Sugar (Brown sugar adds a deeper taste.)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced.)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (Minced.)
- 1 medium Onion (Sliced.)
- 1 medium Bell Pepper (Sliced.)
- 2 optional Red Chilies (Sliced for heat.)
- 2 tablespoons Green Onions (Chopped, for garnish.)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil (For finishing touch.)
Instructions
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain into strips, about ¼ inch thick, and let them rest.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk together before adding beaten egg and water. Stir until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan to 350°F (175°C). Dip beef strips in batter, allowing excess to drip off. Fry in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a wok or large pan, heat sesame oil and sauté garlic, ginger, onion, and bell pepper for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and sugar to the sautéed mixture. Stir well and simmer for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add crispy beef strips into the sauce and toss to coat. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes to absorb sauce.
- Garnish with sliced red chilies and green onions. Serve immediately over jasmine rice or noodles.
Notes
- This recipe can be adjusted for different spice levels by modifying the amount of chili sauce used.
- For best results, fry the beef in small batches to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg