Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring crispy beef coated in a zesty sauce, perfect for family gatherings or dinner parties.
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
- Slice beef thinly against the grain into strips.
- In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the egg and water, whisk until smooth.
- 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.
- For the sauce: Heat sesame oil in a wok or large pan.
- Add garlic, ginger, onion, and bell pepper; sauté for 2 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and sugar. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add crispy beef to the sauce, toss to coat, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with sliced chilies and chopped green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with additional vegetables for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
