Fiery Shredded Beef Stir-Fry
Experience a burst of flavors with this fiery shredded chilli beef recipe, perfectly balanced with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a spicy yet sweet sauce. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish combines the warmth of fragrant spices with the freshness of colorful ingredients. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that packs a punch.
ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons chili paste (adjust for spice)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
steps
- 1.
Begin by marinating the sliced flank steak in soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar for 15-30 minutes.
- 2.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 3.
Add the marinated beef to the pan in batches, stir-frying until browned, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- 4.
In the same pan, add the sliced onion, red, and green bell peppers, stir-frying until just tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until aromatic.
- 6.
Return the cooked beef to the skillet, adding chili paste, and mix well.
- 7.
Pour in the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce, stirring until it coats the beef and vegetables evenly.
- 8.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.