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Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef: The Ultimate 7-Step Recipe


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound of flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
– ½ cup cornstarch
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon ginger powder
– 2 eggs, beaten
– Vegetable oil for frying
– ½ cup sugar
– ¼ cup soy sauce
– ¼ cup rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon chili paste (optional)
– Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
– Sesame seeds (for garnish)


Instructions

Creating Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare the Beef: Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain. This helps it stay tender during cooking.
2. Coat the Beef: In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Dip each slice of beef into the beaten eggs, then coat it evenly in the flour mixture.
3. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Ensure there’s enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan.
4. Fry the Beef: Once the oil is hot, add the coated beef slices in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
5. Make the Sauce: In a separate saucepan, combine sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili paste. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Combine Beef and Sauce: Add the crispy beef to the saucepan. Toss to coat the beef evenly with the sticky sauce.
7. Garnish and Serve: Transfer the sweet and sticky crispy beef to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 300 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 20g