Chili Beef and Rice
A flavorful and easy stir-fry that combines tender beef strips with a savory sauce.
Equipment
- Frying pan or Wok Used for stir-frying the beef and vegetables.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.75 lb thin-cut sirloin steaks, cut into thin strips
- 1 small egg
- 4 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.125 tsp white pepper
- 4.5 tbsp sunflower oil, divided
- 1 medium onion, peeled and sliced into thin strips
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato puree
- 6 tbsp caster sugar (or superfine sugar)
- 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce (Thai-style recommended)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the steak strips and the egg. Mix well to coat the steak thoroughly.
- Add the cornflour, salt, black pepper, and white pepper to the bowl. Toss everything together until the steak is well coated; it will be a sticky mixture.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of sunflower oil in a large frying pan or wok over high heat until very hot.
- Working in batches, add half of the beef strips to the hot oil, spreading them out. Fry for about 5-6 minutes until dark brown and crispy, stirring 3-4 times during cooking for even crispiness.
- Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the cooked beef to a bowl lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Repeat with the remaining beef, adding another tablespoon of oil if necessary.
- Once all the beef is cooked, add the remaining ½ tablespoon of oil to the pan and reduce the heat to medium. Add the sliced onion and cook for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in the finely chopped chili, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Pour in the rice vinegar, soy sauce, tomato puree, sugar, tomato ketchup, and sweet chili sauce. Increase the heat and let the mixture bubble for a couple of minutes until the sauce reduces slightly.
- Return the beef to the pan, stir well, and heat through for 1-2 minutes until the beef is hot and well coated with the sauce.
- Serve your delicious beef stir-fry over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
For a milder dish, you can omit the chili or use less. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition. No alcoholic drinks allowed, please substitute with a non-alcoholic option.