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Crispy Chilli Beef: 6 Amazing Tips

Crispy Chilli Beef
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A healthier twist on a classic, this Crispy Chilli Beef recipe features tender beef strips coated in a light, crispy batter and tossed in a sweet, spicy, and savory sauce. It’s perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 360g Thin-Cut Sirloin Steak
  • 1 small Egg
  • 4 tbsp Cornflour
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper
  • â…› tsp White Pepper
  • 4.5 tbsp Sunflower Oil
  • 1 medium Onion, sliced
  • 1 Red Chili, sliced
  • 1 tsp Minced Ginger
  • 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 3 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Puree
  • 6 tbsp Caster Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Sweet Chili Sauce

Instructions

  1. Slice the thin-cut sirloin steak into strips.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg and coat the beef strips thoroughly. Add cornflour, salt, black pepper, and white pepper. Mix well until evenly coated.
  3. Heat 3 tablespoons of sunflower oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Carefully place the coated beef strips in the hot oil, ensuring they don’t overlap. Fry in batches for about 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are dark brown and crispy.
  5. Transfer the cooked beef to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
  6. In the same pan, add an additional tablespoon of sunflower oil. Sauté the sliced onion for about 2 minutes until translucent.
  7. Add the sliced red chili, minced ginger, and minced garlic, stirring continuously for about 30 seconds until fragrant and lightly golden.
  8. Pour in the rice vinegar, dark soy sauce, tomato puree, caster sugar, tomato ketchup, and sweet chili sauce. Stir constantly, letting the mixture bubble for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  9. Return the crispy beef to the pan, tossing it gently in the flavorful sauce. Heat everything through for another 1-2 minutes, ensuring each piece of beef is well-coated and warmed.
  10. Serve immediately on a bed of steamed jasmine rice or alongside stir-fried noodles.

Notes

  • Ensure your pan is hot enough before frying to achieve the desired crispy texture.
  • Fry the beef in small batches to avoid steaming and ensure crispiness.
  • Adjust the sugar level in the sauce to your preference.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet to restore crispiness.

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