Spicy Crispy Beef
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Spicy Crispy Beef recipe—an explosion of bold flavors and crunchy textures that's perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. Thinly sliced beef sirloin or flank steak is marinated in soy sauce, coated in a light layer of cornstarch, and fried to golden, crispy perfection. The star of the dish is the sticky, spicy sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, and a kick of red chili flakes, bringing just the right amount of heat and umami to the table. Garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Pair it with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a restaurant-quality meal that's ready in under 40 minutes. Perfect for fans of quick, flavorful Asian-inspired recipes, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams beef sirloin or flank steak
- 6 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 500 milliliters neutral frying oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Thinly slice the beef sirloin or flank steak into strips, about 1/4-inch thick. Pat the beef strips dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
Place the beef in a mixing bowl and toss with 3 tablespoons of soy sauce. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, red chili flakes, and sesame oil. Set this sauce aside.
Coat the marinated beef strips with cornstarch, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Shake off any excess cornstarch.
In a large wok or deep skillet, heat the neutral frying oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 175°C (350°F). You can test by dropping a small piece of beef into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
Carefully fry the beef strips in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook each batch for 3-4 minutes, or until the beef is golden brown and crispy. Remove the cooked beef and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Once all the beef is fried, carefully pour out most of the frying oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the wok. Reduce the heat to medium.
Add the prepared sauce to the wok and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly.
Return the fried beef to the wok and toss to coat each piece in the sticky, spicy sauce.
Turn off the heat and transfer the Spicy Crispy Beef to a serving plate. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5898 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 577.1 g | 740% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.1 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 3114 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.6 g | ||
| Protein | 138.7 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1978 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
