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Beijing Beef Delight

Beijing Beef Delight

Craving Panda Express? Try this Beijing Beef Delight recipe for crispy beef and tangy sauce. Easy, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb flank steak sliced against the grain into 6 mm pieces
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1.5 cm pieces
  • 1 yellow onion cut into 1.5 cm pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 4–6 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 large egg beaten (for marinade)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch for marinade
  • ½ teaspoon salt for marinade
  • 1 tablespoon cold water for marinade
  • ⅓ cup water for sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or sugar for sauce
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup for sauce
  • ⅓ cup hoisin sauce for sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce for sauce
  • 1 teaspoon oyster sauce for sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce for sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar for sauce
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes for sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch for sauce

Equipment

  • Large wok or skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paper towels for draining
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients: egg, cornstarch, salt, and cold water. Add the sliced beef and toss until evenly coated. Cover and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  2. While the beef marinates, mix all the sauce ingredients in a separate bowl and stir well to combine.
  3. After marinating, toss the beef in cornstarch until fully coated. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat and fry the beef in batches until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. Drain most of the oil from the wok, leaving just a tablespoon. Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic, sautéing for 3–4 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the sauce and bring it to a simmer. Add the fried beef back into the wok and stir gently to coat.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 29gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For a vegetarian twist, replace beef with tofu or mushrooms.
Taste the sauce before adding it to the wok to adjust sweetness or spice to your liking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze in portions for up to 2 months.
To reheat, do so in a skillet over low heat to maintain the beef's crispiness. Avoid microwave reheating for best results.
Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions and serve on a bed of steamed rice for an attractive presentation.
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