Crispy Orange Beef (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Beef Strips
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500g (1.1 lbs) sirloin steak, sliced thin
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3 tablespoons cooking oil
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Salt and black pepper to your liking
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2 tablespoons cornstarch (cornflour)
→ Veggie Mix
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One big onion, peeled and cut into slices
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1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
→ Citrusy Sauce
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Zest of half an orange
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Juice from 2 big oranges (roughly 120ml or ½ cup)
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Five tablespoons soy sauce
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3 tablespoons fine sugar
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2 cloves of garlic, crushed and peeled
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1 teaspoon ginger paste
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1 teaspoon rice vinegar
→ Extra Thickening (Optional)
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1 tablespoon cornstarch blended with 3 tablespoons cold water
→ Serve With
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Steamed rice
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Four spring onions (scallions), sliced diagonally
# Instructions:
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Dry the beef strips using paper towels. Toss the cornstarch with salt and pepper, then cover the beef evenly in the mix.
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In a hot wok with oil, fry the strips until golden and crunchy, about 5-6 minutes. Stir less for crispy results. Drain on a plate covered in kitchen paper.
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Lower heat to medium and cook the onion and red bell pepper for a quick 2-3 minutes until heated but still crunchy.
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Combine the orange zest, juice, soy sauce, sugar, ginger, rice vinegar, and garlic in a bowl.
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When the veggies are ready, pour in the sauce, and let it bubble. Toss the crispy beef back in until heated. Add the cornstarch mixture to thicken, if needed. Serve with rice and a sprinkle of spring onion.
# Notes:
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Best when eaten right away to keep the beef crunchy
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For a gluten-free option, swap soy sauce with tamari
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Chill the steak in the freezer for 10 minutes to make slicing a breeze