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Crispy Chilli Beef Rice

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Crispy chilli beef rice is a bold and satisfying dish featuring crispy strips of beef coated in a sticky, sweet-spicy sauce, served over rice. It’s quick to make and better than takeout.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 egg
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red chili or 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 spring onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for sauce)
  • Cooked rice, to serve
  • Optional: sesame seeds or extra chili for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, marinate beef strips with soy sauce and egg for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Toss marinated beef in cornstarch until well coated.
  3. Heat oil in a wok or deep pan. Fry beef in batches until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Remove excess oil, leaving a small amount in the pan. Stir-fry garlic, chili, and bell pepper for 1–2 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, mix vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and soy sauce to make the sauce.
  6. Pour sauce into the pan and simmer until slightly thickened.
  7. Return crispy beef to the pan, tossing to coat in the sauce. Cook for 1 more minute.
  8. Serve hot over cooked rice, topped with spring onions and sesame seeds if using.

Notes

  • Use high heat and fry in small batches for extra crispy beef.
  • Swap beef for chicken or tofu for variation.
  • Add extra vegetables like carrots or snap peas for more texture.
  • Use tamari and gluten-free condiments to make it gluten-free.
  • Reheat in a skillet to keep the beef crispy.

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