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Beijing Beef

Crispy fried beef tossed in a sweet, tangy, and spicy sauce with peppers and onions, better than takeout.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Beef
  • 1 lb flank steak thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
Sauce & Stir-Fry
  • 0.33 cup soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup hoisin sauce
  • 0.33 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp chili sauce

Equipment

  • Wok or deep skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Paper towel-lined plate

Method
 

  1. Slice beef thinly against the grain and season lightly.
  2. Coat beef in egg, then cornstarch and flour mixture.
  3. Fry beef in hot oil until golden and crispy, then drain.
  4. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, onions, and peppers in a wok.
  5. Add sauce ingredients and simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until glossy.
  7. Toss crispy beef in the sauce and cook briefly before serving.

Notes

Serve immediately for maximum crispiness and best texture.