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Best Crispy Chilli Beef Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Best Crispy Chilli Beef is a popular Chinese-American dish featuring thin strips of beef fried until golden and crispy, then tossed in a flavorful sweet, spicy, and tangy sauce. This homemade recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste with a perfect crunchy texture and a balanced combination of soy, chili, garlic, and vinegar flavors.

Ingredients

Beef

  • 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup water

Stir-Fry

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Coat the Beef: Place the thinly sliced beef in a bowl and toss thoroughly with cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated. This coating ensures a crispy texture once fried.
  2. Deep-Fry the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the beef in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes each batch until the strips turn golden brown and crispy. Remove the cooked beef with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and water until well combined and set aside.
  4. Stir-Fry Aromatics and Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a clean wok or skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Then add the thinly sliced red bell pepper and red chili flakes, stir-frying for 1 to 2 minutes to slightly soften the pepper and release the chili’s heat.
  5. Simmer the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the wok with the vegetables. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent burning and to meld the flavors.
  6. Toss Beef with Sauce: Add the crispy fried beef back into the wok and quickly toss everything together to coat the beef evenly with the thickened sauce.
  7. Serve Immediately: Remove from heat and serve the crispy chilli beef immediately to ensure the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Fry the beef in small batches to maintain its crispiness and avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Serve the dish immediately after cooking to enjoy the beef at its crispiest.
  • Adjust the amount of red chili flakes to control the spice level according to your preference.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/best-crispy-chilli-beef-recipe/