Crispy Chilli Beef: Your New Favorite 20-Minute Dinner

Crispy Chilli Beef is a quick and flavorful dinner option that rivals takeout.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

500 grams Beef Strips Flank steak sliced thin against the grain
50 grams Cornflour For crispy coating

For the Sauce

50 ml Soy Sauce Dark soy sauce adds more depth
30 ml Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is an alternative
100 ml Sweet Chilli Sauce Honey or maple syrup can be alternatives

For the Vegetables

1 piece Red Chilli Omit seeds or choose a milder variety
1 piece Bell Pepper Select red or yellow for a sweeter taste
2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic recommended
1 piece Ginger Freeze for easier grating

For Cooking

1 cup Vegetable Oil High smoke point oils like canola or sunflower
2 pieces Spring Onions For garnish

Equipment

Large pan or wok

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Coat the Beef: Sprinkle cornflour over thinly sliced flank steak and toss until evenly coated.
Prepare Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until shimmers.
Fry the Beef: Add coated beef strips in batches, frying for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Sauté Aromatics: Drain excess oil, add garlic, ginger, and sliced red chili, sautéing for 30 seconds.
Add Veggies: Add sliced bell peppers and stir for about 2 minutes until slightly crunchy.
Mix Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sweet chilli sauce; pour over beef and veggies.
Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced spring onions; serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with steamed jasmine rice or stir-fried greens for a complete meal. Best enjoyed fresh.

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