Crispy Chilli Beef Strips (Print-Friendly Version)
Golden-fried tender beef tossed in spicy tangy sauce with peppers, garlic, and ginger. Ready in thirty minutes.
# Ingredients List:
→ Beef and Batter
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450 g beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
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30 g cornstarch
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30 g all-purpose flour
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1 large egg
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60 ml water
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0.5 teaspoon baking powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
→ Sauce and Vegetables
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30 ml soy sauce
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15 ml rice vinegar
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30 ml hoisin sauce
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15 ml chili sauce (adjust to taste)
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8 g granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1 tablespoon minced ginger
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0.5 medium onion, sliced
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1 medium bell pepper, sliced
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1–2 red chilies, sliced (optional)
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15 ml sesame oil
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1 tablespoon chopped green onions, for garnish
# How to Make It:
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Slice the beef thinly against the grain to create even strips.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add the egg and water; mix until a smooth batter forms.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or deep pan over medium-high heat. Dip beef strips into the batter, ensuring each piece is well coated. Fry in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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In a clean wok or large sauté pan, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, ginger, sliced onion, and bell pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
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Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and sugar. Allow mixture to simmer for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
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Add the fried beef strips to the sauce, tossing thoroughly to coat. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until beef is heated through and glazed.
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Garnish with sliced red chilies and chopped green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles as desired.
# Extra Tips:
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For a vegetarian adaptation, substitute beef with tofu or cauliflower and fry until crisp.
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Adjust the amount of chili sauce and fresh chilies to tailor spiciness.
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To make gluten-free, replace all-purpose flour with certified gluten-free flour and verify cornstarch is gluten-free.
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Enhance nutritional value by incorporating mushrooms, carrots, or broccoli into the stir-fry step.