Description
Crispy Chilli Beef is a tantalizing dish that combines tender, juicy beef with a spicy and savory sauce, all while delivering an irresistible crunch. This quick and easy recipe involves marinating flank steak, coating it in cornstarch, and frying until golden brown. Tossed in a delicious mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, and fresh chilies, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside a refreshing salad to enjoy the delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef flank steak
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 fresh red chilies (sliced)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain and pat dry.
- Toss the beef strips in cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the beef in batches for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In another pan, sauté garlic and chilies briefly, then add soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar; mix until sugar dissolves.
- Add the fried beef to the sauce and toss to coat well before serving.
Notes
– For extra crunch, double-coat the beef by dipping it in egg wash after cornstarch.
– Adjust chili quantity based on your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg