Ginger Beef
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of beef coated in a ginger-infused sauce with our crispy ginger beef recipe.
Servings: 4
Calories: 1036kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds thinly sliced flank steak
- 1 cup cornstarch, plus 1 teaspoon
- 1 to 2 cups cooking oil (vegetable oil, canola oil, peanut oil)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tablespoon garlic paste)
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste, or finely minced ginger
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ⅜ cup packed light brown sugar (6 tablespoons)
- 2 to 3 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Thinly slice the flank steak against the grain.
- In a large bowl, sprinkle 1 cup of cornstarch over the flank steak (work in layers for the best coverage) and toss until each piece is coated in cornstarch.
- Heat cooking oil in a deep skillet until it reaches 350°-375°F. Use at least ½ inch deep layer of cooking oil - you can use more if you wish or use a deep fryer.
- Working in batches, add the coated beef slices to the hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy and golden brown. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and set on several layers of paper towel to soak up the excess oil.
- Continue cooking the meat until all have been browned.
- Drain the oil from the skillet.
- Add 1 teaspoon sesame oil, the garlic, and the ginger to the skillet and sautè for 1-2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together white pepper, red pepper flakes, soy sauces, water, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch.
- Add the soy sauce mixture to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Immediately add the browned beef back into the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Remove from heat. Add green onions and toasted sesame seeds to garnish and serve immediately.
Notes
- To ensure the beef cooks evenly and becomes delightfully crispy, slice it thinly and uniformly against the grain. This step is crucial for achieving that perfect texture.
- Use a reliable thermometer to monitor the oil temperature. Keeping it between 350°F to 375°F (175°C to 190°C) ensures the beef cooks quickly and stays crispy.
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet or a 350°F oven for three to four minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 1036kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 68g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 40g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 1198mg | Potassium: 873mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 134IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg