Crispy Chilli Beef Recipe

Introduction

Crispy Chilli Beef is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines tender, crispy beef strips with a spicy, tangy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. This recipe is both easy to follow and rewarding to make at home.

Ingredients

• 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. Step 1: Slice beef thinly against the grain into strips.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add the egg and water, then whisk until smooth.
3. Step 3: Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Dip beef strips into the batter, coating fully, and fry in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
4. Step 4: For the sauce, heat sesame oil in a wok or large pan. Add garlic, ginger, onion, and bell pepper; sauté for 2 minutes.
5. Step 5: Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and sugar. Simmer for 2 minutes.
6. Step 6: Add crispy beef to the sauce, toss to coat. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Step 7: Garnish with sliced chilies and chopped green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crispiness, make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the beef strips.
• Adjust the chili sauce and fresh chilies to control the heat level to your preference.
• Try swapping hoisin sauce with oyster sauce for a different depth of flavor.
• Use a mix of colorful bell peppers to add visual appeal to the dish.

Storage

Store any leftover crispy chili beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan over medium heat to maintain the crispiness, or microwave briefly if short on time. Avoid long reheating to prevent the beef from becoming soggy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other cuts of beef for this recipe?

Yes, flank steak or sirloin work best due to their tenderness and flavor, but you can also use ribeye or skirt steak if thinly sliced.

How can I make the beef extra crispy?

Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying and avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry in small batches and drain the beef well on paper towels to keep it crispy.

Crispy Chilli Beef Recipe

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This Crispy Chilli Beef recipe features tender strips of beef sirloin or flank steak coated in a light, crunchy batter and fried to golden perfection. Tossed in a savory and spicy sauce made with soy, hoisin, and chili sauces, along with aromatic garlic, ginger, and fresh vegetables, it is a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Perfectly garnished with sliced chilies and green onions, this dish makes a delicious meal served alongside steamed rice or noodles.

• Author: Stella
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

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Beef and Batter

• 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

Sauce and Vegetables

• 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: Thinly slice the beef sirloin or flank steak against the grain into strips to ensure tenderness when cooked.
2. Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add the egg and water, then whisk together until the mixture is smooth with no lumps.
3. Fry the Beef: Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a deep pan or wok suitable for frying. Dip each beef strip into the batter, making sure it’s fully coated. Fry the strips in batches for about 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
4. Cook the Vegetables and Aromatics: In a wok or large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, minced ginger, sliced onion, and sliced bell pepper. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
5. Make the Sauce: Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and sugar into the vegetable mixture. Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
6. Toss Beef in Sauce: Add the crispy beef strips into the wok with the sauce and vegetables. Toss everything together well to coat the beef evenly. Continue stir-frying for another 2 to 3 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
7. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with sliced red chilies (if using) and chopped green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

• For extra heat, include the optional red chilies or increase chili sauce to taste.
• Use a neutral vegetable oil with a high smoke point for frying.
• Slice beef thinly and against the grain to keep it tender.
• Drain fried beef on paper towels to keep it crispy and reduce greasiness.
• This dish is best served immediately to maintain crispiness of the beef.

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