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Beijing Beef

Beijing Beef

5 from 2 votes
Beijing Beef is a delicious Chinese-American dish featuring crispy strips of beef tossed in a savory, slightly sweet, and tangy sauce. This dish is perfect for those craving bold flavors and crispy textures.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Beef Marinade
  • 12 oz beef steak flank, ribeye, or sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbs soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Bayou City Garlic Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Chinese five spice
Beijing Beef
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 tbsp grapeseed oil
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 med onion
  • 1 large red bell pepper
  • 2 red chili peppers optional
Sauce
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

Equipment

  • 1 Wok or large skillet

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine all the sauce ingredient together and set aside.
  2. In another small bowl combine thinly sliced beef steak with all the beef marinade ingredients together. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Add the egg whites to the beef mixture and mix it well. Add the cornstarch to a large shallow dish then dredge the beef strips through the cornstarch, making sure they're fully coated.
  4. Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F. Add the beef to the wok and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until crispy. Transfer the beef to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  5. Remove the oil and add the 2 tablespoons of grapeseed oil to the wok and heat over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in the sauce, stir and cook until the sauce thickens. Return the crispy beef to the wok, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

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Notes

  • Serve Beijing Beef hot with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the sauce to your preference by varying the amount of brown sugar or rice vinegar.
  • Make sure to slice the flank steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness in the final dish.
  • Work in batches when frying the beef to prevent overcrowding and ensure crispiness.