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Authentic Beijing Beef Stir Fry: A Sweet and Tangy Delight

Crispy fried beef, vibrant vegetables, and a boldsweet-and-sour sauce come together in this irresistible Beijing Beef Stir Fry.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 451 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry

  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • Vegetable oil for frying beef
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 red chili pepper thinly sliced

Beef Marinade

  • 12 ounces beef steak ribeye, sirloin, or flank, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice

Sweet and Sour Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce or Oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Beef : In a bowl, combine the beef strips with soy sauce, white pepper, baking soda, sesame oil, sugar, and Chinese five spice.
  • Coat the Beef : Beat the egg whites in a shallow dish and mix with cornstarch until a thick batter forms. Dip each piece of marinated beef into the batter, ensuring a thorough coating.
  • Fry the Beef : Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok to 350°F (180°C). Fry the beef in batches until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per batch.
  • Prepare the Vegetables : In a clean wok or large skillet, heat peanut oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant. Toss in onion, bell pepper, and red chili pepper.
  • Make the Sauce : In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, tomato paste, Hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and soy sauce. Pour the sauce into the wok with the vegetables.
  • Combine and Serve : Add the fried beef to the wok and toss until evenly coated with the sauce. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Calories: 451kcal
Keyword Beijing Beef
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