Crispy Chilli Beef Recipe
Introduction
Crispy Chilli Beef is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight meal. Tender beef strips are fried to a crispy finish and coated in a spicy, garlicky chilli sauce. This simple recipe brings bold flavors to your plate with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 300g beef strips
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons chilli sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss the beef strips in cornstarch until well coated. This will help create a crispy texture when fried.
- Step 2: Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips and fry until they turn golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Return the crispy beef to the pan and toss with the chilli sauce until evenly coated and heated through.
- Step 5: Serve immediately with steamed rice or your choice of sides.
Tips & Variations
- For extra heat, add fresh chopped chillies or a drizzle of chilli oil.
- Try marinating the beef strips briefly in soy sauce and a splash of oyster sauce for more depth of flavor.
- Serve with stir-fried vegetables like bell peppers and onions for a balanced meal.
Storage
Store leftover crispy chilli beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan over medium heat to retain crispiness, adding a splash of water if needed to loosen the sauce.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other cuts of beef for this recipe?
Yes, tender cuts like sirloin or flank steak work well sliced thinly into strips. Avoid tougher cuts as they need longer cooking times.
Is there a substitute for cornstarch?
Potato starch or tapioca starch can be used as a substitute to achieve a similar crispy coating on the beef strips.
PrintCrispy Chilli Beef Recipe
A quick and flavorful Crispy Chilli Beef recipe featuring tender beef strips coated in cornstarch, fried until crispy, and tossed in a spicy and tangy chilli sauce with garlic. Perfect as a savory appetizer or a main dish served alongside steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Beef and Coating
- 500g beef strips
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons chilli sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Oil for frying
- Vegetable oil, for deep frying
Instructions
- Prepare the beef strips: Pat the beef strips dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Toss them thoroughly in cornstarch, ensuring each piece is evenly coated for maximum crispiness when fried.
- Heat the oil and fry beef: In a deep pan or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot enough for deep frying (around 180°C or 350°F). Carefully add the beef strips in batches, frying them for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Prepare the chilli sauce: In a separate skillet over medium heat, warm a tablespoon of oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the chilli sauce and stir to combine and warm through.
- Toss beef in sauce: Add the crispy beef strips to the skillet with the chilli sauce. Toss everything together well to ensure the beef is fully coated with the spicy, garlicky sauce.
- Serve immediately: Transfer the crispy chilli beef to a serving plate and enjoy hot, ideally with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
Notes
- For extra heat, add chopped fresh chillies or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the frying pan to keep the beef strips crispy.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor, but garlic powder can be a substitute if needed.
- This dish is best enjoyed immediately to maintain the crisp texture.
- Can be adapted to gluten-free by using a gluten-free cornstarch alternative and gluten-free chilli sauce.
Keywords: crispy chilli beef, spicy beef recipe, fried beef strips, Asian beef dish, quick dinner recipe
