Description
Crispy Chilli Beef is a flavorful dish that perfectly balances savory, sweet, and spicy elements. Tender strips of marinated beef are coated in cornstarch for an irresistible crunch, then fried to golden perfection. Tossed in a delicious sauce made from soy sauce, garlic, and fresh chillies, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or spice levels, Crispy Chilli Beef promises to impress family and friends alike. Serve it over rice or alongside a fresh salad for a satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef flank steak
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 fresh green chillies
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak into thin strips against the grain.
- Toss the beef strips with cornstarch in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the coated beef in batches for about 3 minutes each until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- In another bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and sliced chillies.
- Combine fried beef with the sauce in the skillet over low heat until well coated (about 1 minute). Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg