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Crispy Chilli Beef

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Crispy Chilli Beef is a sensational dish that perfectly balances crunchy, tender beef with vibrant vegetables and a sweet-spicy sauce. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this restaurant-quality meal, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. The secret lies in the crispy batter-fried beef, which when tossed in a savory sauce creates an explosion of flavors that your taste buds will adore. Customize the heat to suit your palate and enjoy this delightful dish served over rice or as an appetizer at your next gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili sauce (adjust to taste)
  • Mixed vegetables (onion, bell pepper)

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips.
  2. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add egg and water; whisk until smooth.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a wok; dip beef strips in batter and fry for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  4. In the same pan, sauté garlic, ginger, onion, and bell pepper in sesame oil for about 2 minutes.
  5. Mix in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and sugar; simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Toss fried beef into the sauce mixture; stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve garnished with green onions and chili slices alongside steamed rice or noodles.

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