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Crispy Chilli Beef

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Crispy Chilli Beef is a bold, takeaway-style dish featuring thin strips of fried beef tossed in a sticky, spicy-sweet sauce. It’s crunchy, flavorful, and perfect for recreating a favorite fakeaway at home in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Oil for deep frying or pan frying
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1–2 red chilies, thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or white vinegar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ketchup or 2 tsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce (optional)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (slurry)
  • Optional garnish: sliced spring onions, sesame seeds, extra chilies

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef dry and toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until well coated.
  2. Heat oil in a deep pan or wok and fry beef in batches for 3–5 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil and stir-fry garlic, ginger, and chilies until fragrant.
  4. Mix soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, sweet chili sauce, and water in a bowl. Pour into the pan.
  5. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then add the cornstarch slurry and stir until slightly thickened.
  6. Add the crispy beef and toss quickly to coat in the sauce.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with spring onions, sesame seeds, and extra chilies if desired.

Notes

  • Add bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch and color.
  • Air fry or bake the beef for a lighter version.
  • Use chicken or tofu as alternatives to beef.
  • Add hoisin sauce or sesame oil for extra depth.
  • Only coat beef in sauce just before serving to retain crispiness.

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