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Panda Express Beijing Beef

This Beijing Beef is a quick and flavorful dish! Tender beef, vibrant veggies, and a sweet-spicy sauce make it perfect for any night.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound flank steak sliced against the grain into thin strips
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch for coating the beef
  • 1 cup canola oil for frying
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 medium yellow onion sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper cut into 1" pieces
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 6 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

Equipment

  • Large frying pan or wok
  • Spatula or tongs
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Start by slicing the flank steak against the grain into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced beef with 3 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Toss until the beef is evenly coated.
  3. In a large frying pan or wok, heat 1 cup of canola oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated beef strips in small batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. In the same pan, add the minced garlic, grated ginger, sliced yellow onion, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup of cornstarch, 1/2 cup of water, brown sugar, ketchup, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sweet chili sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, and rice vinegar. Pour this sauce over the stir-fried vegetables in the pan.
  7. Stir the sauce and vegetables together, allowing the sauce to thicken for about 2 minutes. Finally, add the crispy beef back to the pan.
  8. Serve hot over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This dish can be frozen for up to a month; reheat after thawing.
  • Adjust spice levels by modifying the amount of red pepper flakes.