Crispy Beef
Crispy beef is a delightful dish combining succulent beef with a crispy exterior and tender interior, complemented by a flavorful Asian-inspired sauce.
Ingredients
Beef Preparation
- 1.5 pounds stir fry steak slices or sirloin steak cut into thin slices Choose a tender cut for best results.
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce Divided use.
- 6 tablespoons cornstarch For coating the beef.
- 4 cups canola oil For frying.
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized navel orange Zested and juiced.
- 3 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1.5 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 jalapeño de-seeded and thinly sliced Adjust for heat preference.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger Or substitute with 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger.
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Garnish
- 2 scallions chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, toss the beef strips with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Sprinkle cornstarch over the beef strips and toss until evenly covered. Place the beef on a wire rack atop a baking sheet and put it in the freezer for about 45 minutes.
- Peel the zest of the orange into long strips, then slice them thinner. Cut the orange in half and juice it until you have about 1/4 cup of fresh orange juice.
Make the Sauce
- In a medium bowl, mix the orange zest strips, orange juice, remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, molasses, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sliced jalapeño, minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well combined.
Cooking
- Heat canola oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (191°C).
- Carefully add one-third of the beef strips to the hot oil and fry for about 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining beef strips.
- In a large skillet, combine the soy sauce mixture with the fried orange zest strips. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Add the crispy beef strips to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the sauce. Serve warm over fluffy white rice, garnished with chopped scallions.
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Notes
For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the pot while frying. Serve immediately for best texture.