Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef Recipe

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Written By Rose Hernandez

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Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef Recipe

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BEEF RECIPES

Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef is a delightful Chinese dish featuring tender beef strips coated in a crispy batter and then tossed in a sweet and sticky sauce. Perfect for satisfying your cravings for a combination of crunchy texture and rich flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Crispy Beef

  • Crispy and Tender: A delightful contrast between the crispy exterior and tender beef.
  • Sweet and Savory: A deliciously balanced sauce that’s both sweet and savory.
  • Restaurant-Quality: Bring the flavors of your favorite Chinese restaurant to your home.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • Oil for frying

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

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  1. Prepare Beef: Thinly slice the flank steak against the grain.
  2. Coat Beef: In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper. Toss beef slices in the mixture until well coated.
  3. Fry Beef: Heat oil in a deep pan or wok. Fry the coated beef slices in batches until crispy and golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Make Sauce: In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Bring to a boil.
  5. Thicken Sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Combine: Toss the beef in the sauce until well coated.
  7. Serve: Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Serving Suggestions

  • Main Dish: Serve with steamed rice or fried rice.
  • Garnish: Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, or chopped cilantro.
  • Vegetables: Pair with stir-fried vegetables or a simple cucumber salad.

How to Store Crispy Beef

  • Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to maintain crispiness.

Additional Tips: Crispy Beef

  • Cutting Beef: Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
  • Frying Tips: Ensure the oil is hot enough (around 350°F) for optimal crispiness.
  • Sauce Variations: Add chili flakes or Sriracha for a spicy kick.

Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef Recipe

Recipe by Rose HernandezCourse: MainCuisine: ChineseDifficulty: Medium
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 cup cornstarch

  • 1/4 cup flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

  • Oil for frying

  • For the Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Directions

  • Slice and coat beef in cornstarch mixture.
  • Fry beef until crispy.
  • Make sauce by combining all ingredients and boiling.
  • Add cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
  • Toss beef in sauce and serve hot.

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