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Crispy Chili Beef: Unlock Delicious Flavor Today!

Crispy Chili Beef is a flavorful dish featuring thinly sliced flank steak coated in a crispy batter, sautéed with colorful bell peppers, and tossed in a savory chili sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste adjust to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss the sliced flank steak in the mixture until well coated.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated beef in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and chili paste. Set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, remove excess oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add the sliced red and green bell peppers, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. Pour the sauce over the peppers in the skillet and bring to a simmer. Add the crispy beef back into the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a healthier version, bake the coated beef in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, instead of frying.
  • Add vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for extra nutrition and color.