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Crispy Beijing Beef Recipe Easy Homemade Sweet and Tangy Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy Beijing beef coated in a sweet and tangy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • ½ cup (65 g) cornstarch
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (enough for deep frying)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) hoisin sauce
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • Thinly sliced green onions (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • Steamed jasmine rice or noodles (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 1 lb flank steak against the grain into ¼ inch thick strips and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine beef slices with 1 beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Place ½ cup cornstarch in a shallow dish. Dredge each piece of marinated beef in cornstarch. For extra crispiness, double dredge by dipping back into egg and cornstarch again.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok to 350°F (175°C), about 2 inches deep.
  5. Fry beef strips in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on wire rack or paper towels.
  6. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Simmer for 3 minutes.
  7. Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Whisk into simmering sauce and cook until thick and glossy, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil if using.
  8. Toss crispy beef strips quickly in the sauce until well coated.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed jasmine rice or noodles.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) to keep beef crispy. Fry in small batches to avoid sogginess. Toss beef in sauce right before serving. For gluten-free, use tamari and gluten-free hoisin sauce. Vegetarian option: substitute beef with crispy fried tofu.

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Keywords: Beijing beef, crispy beef, sweet and tangy sauce, Chinese recipe, easy dinner, homemade takeout

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