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Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef

Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef
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Sweet and Sticky Crispy Beef is a show-stopping dish that brings the magic of your favorite takeout right to your kitchen. This recipe features perfectly crispy beef strips coated in a luscious, sweet, and sticky sauce made from honey and soy sauce, creating an irresistible combination of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Ideal for any occasion—from casual dinners to festive gatherings—this dish is not only a delight to the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors and enticing aroma. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables for a well-rounded meal that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs top sirloin steak
  • 1 cup potato starch
  • oil for frying
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 4–5 slices ginger
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon shaoxing cooking apple vinegar
  • 5 teaspoons corn starch
  • 6 teaspoons water
  • 1–2 stalks green onion (chopped)
  • toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef into thin strips against the grain and coat each piece in potato starch.
  2. Heat oil in a deep frying pan or wok until it reaches about 350°F (175°C).
  3. Fry the beef strips in batches until golden brown and crispy, approximately 3-5 minutes per batch.
  4. In another pan, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant. Add honey, soy sauces, water, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and shaoxing vinegar; simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Mix cornstarch with water to thicken the sauce; add this mixture to the simmering sauce while stirring continuously.
  6. Toss the crispy beef in the thickened sauce until well-coated.
  7. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

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