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.

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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

Prepare Beef: Thinly slice the flank steak against the grain.
Coat Beef: In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper. Toss beef slices in the mixture until well coated.
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.
Make Sauce: In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Bring to a boil.
Thicken Sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.
Combine: Toss the beef in the sauce until well coated.
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.