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Beijing Beef Stir Fry

Beijing Beef Stir Fry

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Description

This Beijing Beef Stir Fry features crispy, marinated beef tossed in a sweet, spicy, and sticky sauce with bell peppers and onions. A perfect Chinese takeout favorite made right at home!


Ingredients

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Beef:

  • 1 lb flank steak, cut into 1/4-inch strips
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 egg white, beaten
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch (for dusting beef)
  • 1/4 cup peanut oil (for frying)

Vegetables:

  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 white onion, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1/4 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp chili paste
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 3 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Slurry:

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water

Instructions

  • Cut the flank steak across the grain into ยผ-inch strips. In a bowl, mix beef with baking soda, white pepper, soy sauce, cornstarch, and egg white. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Cut the bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients: water, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, chili paste, red pepper flakes, ketchup, and vinegar. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix the slurry ingredients (cornstarch and water) and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a wok to 350ยฐF.
  • Coat marinated beef with ยผ cup cornstarch, breaking up pieces to prevent sticking. Fry in two batches for 3-4 minutes until crispy and golden brown. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Carefully remove excess oil, leaving 2 tbsp in the wok. Stir-fry the bell peppers, onions, and garlic on high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the crispy beef and pour the sauce over, tossing to coat. Stir the slurry and pour into the center, mixing until the sauce thickens.
  • Serve immediately with steamed rice.

Notes

  • Serving Suggestion: Best paired with steamed jasmine rice or fried rice.
  • Spice Level: Adjust chili paste and red pepper flakes to control heat.
  • Make Ahead: Marinate the beef up to a day in advance for deeper flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg