Description
Crispy Chilli Beef is a delectable Asian-inspired dish featuring tender, golden-fried beef strips coated in a sweet and spicy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this quick and easy recipe is sure to impress. Serve it over fluffy jasmine rice or in soft tortillas for a delightful meal that bursts with flavor and crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips. Coat the beef thoroughly with cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the beef strips in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
- In the same pan, sauté sliced bell peppers briefly until softened. Add soy sauce, chili paste, and brown sugar; stir well.
- Return the crispy beef to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately over jasmine rice or in tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For less spice, reduce the amount of chili paste and add more sugar to balance flavors. - Enhance nutrition by adding vegetables like broccoli or snap peas. - This dish pairs well with refreshing cucumber salad or steamed rice.