Description
This Quick Beijing Beef recipe delivers a takeout-style favorite in just minutes! Tender strips of beef and crisp vegetables are coated in a flavorful sweet and spicy sauce, making it a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup cold water, divided
- 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For the Meat and Vegetables:
- 1 1/2 lbs flank steak or skirt steak, sliced into thin strips
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onion, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together ⅓ cup of the cold water, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, garlic, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook Beef and Vegetables: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until browned. Add bell peppers, onion, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3 minutes more, or until vegetables are slightly softened.
- Add Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir to combine.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded.
- Serve: Serve the Beijing Beef over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.
Notes
- Beef: For best results, use flank steak or skirt steak, which are tender and flavorful. Slice the beef against the grain for optimal tenderness.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables, such as sliced carrots, broccoli florets, or snap peas.
- Make Ahead: The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serving Suggestions: Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped cilantro for extra flavor and visual appeal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
