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20-Minute Crispy Chilli Beef

20-Minute Crispy Chilli Beef That Elevates Your Dinner Game

This vibrant 20-Minute Crispy Chilli Beef is a quick dinner solution that transforms any weeknight meal into a flavorful adventure.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Beef (flank steak or sirloin) substitute with tofu for a vegetarian option
  • 1/4 cup Cornflour arrowroot can be used as a substitute
For Frying
  • 2-3 tablespoons Oil (vegetable or peanut) avoid olive oil due to its low smoke point
For Aromatics
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) substitute with garlic powder if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced) ground ginger can substitute
  • 1 whole Chilli (fresh) adjust quantity based on spice tolerance
For Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell peppers (red, yellow, or green) substitute with any preferred vegetable
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce low-sodium options available
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar white wine vinegar is a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Sweet chilli sauce use hoisin sauce for a different flavor

Equipment

  • wok
  • frying pan
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare Beef - Slice the beef into thin strips and toss with cornflour until coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat Oil - Heat vegetable or peanut oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Step 3: Fry Beef - Fry beef strips in batches for 2-3 minutes until crispy; transfer to paper towels to drain.
  4. Step 4: Sauté Aromatics - Stir-fry minced garlic, ginger, and chillies for 30 seconds in the remaining oil.
  5. Step 5: Add Vegetables - Toss in bell peppers and stir-fry for 2 minutes until vibrant.
  6. Step 6: Make Sauce - Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sweet chilli sauce.
  7. Step 7: Combine - Return beef to the wok, pour sauce over, and stir for 1 minute until well-coated.
  8. Step 8: Serve - Garnish with spring onions and serve immediately with rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying for best crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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