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Crispy Chilli Beef Rice – A Takeout-Style Favorite at Home

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Crispy strips of beef tossed in a sweet, sticky, and spicy chilli sauce, served over fluffy white rice — better than takeout and easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced

  • 1 egg white (optional)

  • 34 tbsp cornstarch

  • Salt & pepper

  • Vegetable oil for frying

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 3 tbsp sweet chilli sauce

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tsp sugar or honey

  • Cooked white rice, for serving

  • Optional toppings: spring onions, red chillies, sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Toss beef with egg white, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Let sit 10 mins.

  • Heat oil and fry beef in batches until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

  • In a clean pan, sauté garlic and ginger in a little oil. Add chilli sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Simmer 1–2 minutes.

  • Add crispy beef and toss to coat.

  • Serve over rice with optional toppings.

Notes

  • Use air fryer or oven for a lighter version.

  • Toss sauce right before serving for max crispiness.

  • Add veggies or swap beef for tofu for variations.