Crispy Beef Delight with Flavorful Fried Rice This dish combines crispy, tender beef with vibrant vegetables and perfectly fried rice, creating an exciting meal thats both satisfying and delicious. Ingredients: For the Crispy Beef Stir-Fry: 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak thinly sliced 1/4 cup cornstarch Vegetable oil for frying 1 red bell pepper sliced 1 cup broccoli florets 1/2 cup carrots julienned 3 green onions sliced 3 cloves garlic minced 1 tbsp ginger grated For the Sauce: 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tbsp oyster sauce 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water For the Flavorful Fried Rice: 3 cups cold cooked rice preferably day-old 2 eggs beaten 1 cup frozen peas and carrots 2 green onions chopped 3 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp sesame oil Directions: 1. Prepare the Crispy Beef: Start by tossing the sliced beef in cornstarch, making sure each piece is well-coated. In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the beef in batches until crispy and golden brown, then set it aside. 2. Stir-Fry the Vegetables: After frying the beef, remove excess oil from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced green onions to the pan, sautéing until fragrant. Next, stir in the sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and julienned carrots. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp. 3. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour this sauce over the sautéed vegetables, then stir in the cornstarch mixed with water to thicken the sauce. Add the crispy beef back to the pan and toss everything to coat well. 4. Cook the Fried Rice: In a separate large skillet, heat sesame oil. Push the beaten eggs to one side of the pan and scramble them until cooked. Then, add the cold rice, breaking up any clumps, and stir-fry until heated through. Mix in the frozen peas, carrots, chopped green onions, and soy sauce. Toss everything together until well combined and golden. 5. Serve: Plate the flavorful fried rice and top it generously with the crispy beef stir-fry. Garnish with sesame seeds or extra green onions if desired. TIPS: Rice Texture: Use chilled rice to avoid sogginess. Beef Cuts: Opt for tender cuts like sirloin or ribeye for optimal flavor. Add Heat: For a spicy twist, include red chili flakes or sliced Thai chilis.
