Crispy Sweet and Sticky Beef

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This Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef is the perfect balance of crispy, tender beef coated in a luscious, sweet, and savory sauce. The beef is fried until golden and crisp, then tossed in a sticky sauce made with brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, this dish is as delicious as it is visually stunning.

  1. Ingredients:
  • 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Directions:

  1. Prep the Beef: Slice the beef thinly against the grain into strips. Pat the beef pieces dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps get them crispy when frying.
  2. Coat the Beef: In a bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the sliced beef to the bowl and toss it to coat evenly in the mixture. Shake off any excess coating.
  3. Fry the Beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (about 350°F/175°C), add the coated beef in small batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the beef for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning them occasionally for even cooking. Remove the beef from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  4. Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves, and the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes. If you prefer a richer flavor, stir in sesame oil at the end.
  5. Combine Beef and Sauce: Add the crispy beef back into the skillet. Pour the sweet and sticky sauce over the beef and toss gently to coat all the pieces in the sauce. Let the beef cook in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Transfer the beef to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 4 servings

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