Quick Crispy Chilli Beef
75% authentic · Chinese-American
A simplified version of the classic, using pre-cut beef and a quicker sauce preparation for a weeknight-friendly meal.
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Ingredients
- Beef sirloin or flank steak, pre-sliced for stir-fry400g
- Cornstarch50g
- Sweet chilli sauce4 tbsp
- Soy sauce2 tbsp
- Garlic powder1 tsp
- Red chilli flakes1 tsp (or to taste)
- Spring onions2, chopped
- Vegetable oil for frying300ml
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Water1 tbsp
Steps
- 1
Pat the pre-sliced beef dry with paper towels. In a bowl, toss the beef with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until lightly coated.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated beef in batches until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 3
Drain off most of the oil, leaving about 1 tbsp. Add the garlic powder and red chilli flakes. Stir for 15 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
Add the sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce, and 1 tbsp water to the wok. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- 5
Return the crispy beef to the wok. Toss quickly to coat the beef in the sauce. Stir in most of the chopped spring onions.
- 6
Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining spring onions.
