Crispy Chilli Beef: Your Best Homemade Takeout Delight

Crispy Chilli Beef is a delightful homemade dish that perfectly captures the essence of Chinese takeaway.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

500 grams Sirloin steak Consider flank or rump steak for an alternative.
50 grams Cornflour Ensure even coating for best results.
200 ml Vegetable oil Essential for frying.

For the Sauce

100 grams Tomato ketchup You can swap for sweet chili sauce.
30 ml Rice vinegar Substitute with apple cider vinegar if necessary.
50 grams Runny honey Agave syrup can be an alternative.
50 grams Brown sugar White sugar works in a pinch.
60 ml Dark soy sauce Regular soy sauce is acceptable.

For the Vegetables

10 grams Ginger Fresh ginger is preferred.
1 pieces Red pepper Feel free to use yellow or green peppers.
2 pieces Carrots Julienne them for easier stir-frying.
4 cloves Garlic Mince it finely for maximum impact.
1 pieces Chilli Adjust the quantity based on your heat preference.

To Serve

200 grams White long grain rice Consider jasmine rice for extra aroma.
2 pieces Spring onions Use as a garnish.
10 grams Sesame seeds Sprinkle on top for added crunch.

Equipment

Wok
Mixing bowl
Slotted Spoon
measuring cups
Chopping Board
Knife

Method

Preparation Steps

Slice the sirloin steak into thin strips against the grain.
Combine the beef strips with sesame oil, caster sugar, and soy sauce. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Whisk together the sauce ingredients until smooth.
Coat the marinated beef in a whisked egg and then in seasoned cornflour.
Heat vegetable oil in a wok and fry the beef until golden brown.
Stir-fry the vegetables for about 30 seconds.
Add the sauce to the vegetables and bring to a gentle boil.
Toss the crispy beef with the sauce and heat through.
Scoop rice onto plates and top with the beef, garnishing with spring onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 15 minutes for best flavor. Fry in batches for optimal crispiness.

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