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Beijing Beef Stir-Fry Recipe: A Quick, Delicious Meal

Bring the irresistible flavors of Panda Express home with this crispy, saucy Beijing Beef! Tender flank steak, colorful veggies, and a bold, sweet-spicy sauce come together in a sizzling, crave-worthy dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or takeout-style feasts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Coastal-American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound flank steak1 cup canola oil4 cloves garlic minced1 yellow onion, sliced1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces¼ cup cornstarch, divided¼ teaspoon salt3 egg whites, beaten1 teaspoon cornstarch (for marinating)½ cup water¼ cup sugar3 tablespoons ketchup6 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons oyster sauce4 teaspoons sweet chili sauce1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Method
 

  1. Slice the flank steak into thin ¼-inch strips against the grain.
  2. In a bowl, mix the beef with the beaten egg whites, salt, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the water, sugar, ketchup, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sweet chili sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar to create the Beijing sauce.
  4. After marinating, coat the beef slices with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
  5. Heat the canola oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Fry the beef slices in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. In a large pan or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of the used frying oil. Stir-fry the onion and red bell pepper for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly caramelized. Add the minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  7. Remove the vegetables and beef from the pan. Pour the prepared Beijing sauce into the pan and cook over high heat for 3 to 5 minutes until thickened.
  8. Return the beef and vegetables to the pan. Toss everything well until coated in the glossy sauce.
  9. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Slice the beef thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
  • For a lighter version, the beef can be shallow-fried or air-fried instead of deep-fried.
  • Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
  • Fresh vegetables like snap peas or broccoli can be added for extra color and crunch.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture of the beef before it softens in the sauce.

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