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Crispy Chilli Beef

Crispy Chilli Beef
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Master the art of Crispy Chilli Beef, a bold and flavorful dish featuring tender beef strips coated in a crispy batter and tossed in a balanced spicy-sweet sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe combines vibrant aromatics and a crunchy texture with customizable heat levels for all palates.

Ingredients

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Beef and Coating

  • 300g lean beef strips (such as sirloin), thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch (or rice flour for gluten-free option)
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Chili Sauce

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 red chili, chopped (adjust amount for spice preference)
  • 1 green chili, chopped (adjust amount for spice preference)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Garnish

  • 2 spring onions, chopped
  • Optional chili flakes or extra chili slices, to taste
  • Optional crushed roasted peanuts
  • Optional lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: Slice the beef into thin strips about half an inch wide. Pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Toss the beef strips lightly and evenly with cornstarch to create a crispy coating.
  2. Make the Chili Sauce: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped red and green chilies, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely, forming a sweet and spicy sauce base.
  3. Fry the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the coated beef strips in batches, avoiding overcrowding, for 3-4 minutes or until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  4. Combine Beef and Sauce: Remove most of the oil from the pan, leaving a small amount to sauté the sauce ingredients briefly. Pour in the prepared chili sauce and bring to a simmer. Quickly add the crispy beef back into the pan and toss to coat every strip without losing the crunch.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Stir in chopped spring onions and sprinkle extra chili slices or flakes if desired. Serve hot, ideally with steamed rice or noodles, garnished with crushed roasted peanuts and lime wedges for added texture and brightness.

Notes

  • Pat beef strips dry to ensure a crispy texture after frying.
  • Fry in small batches to maintain the oil temperature and crispiness.
  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for maximum flavor intensity.
  • Toss beef in sauce just before serving to keep it crunchy.
  • Adjust chili quantities to suit your preferred spice level.
  • For gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari and cornstarch with rice flour.

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