Description
Crispy Beef in Oyster Sauce is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that features tender beef strips fried to a crispy perfection, then coated in a rich and savory oyster sauce. This dish is a perfect combination of crunchy and savory textures, making it a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Beef:
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
- For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup water or beef broth
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef:
Slice the beef thinly against the grain. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper. Add the beaten egg and a tablespoon of water to create a batter. Coat the beef strips in the batter. - Fry the Beef:
Heat vegetable oil in a pan or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (about 350°F), fry the beef in batches, about 2-3 minutes per batch, until golden and crispy. Remove the beef and drain on paper towels. - Make the Sauce:
In another pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes). Add the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and water (or broth), stirring to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes. - Thicken the Sauce:
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens. - Combine and Serve:
Add the fried beef to the sauce, tossing gently until well coated. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Double Frying the beef can help achieve an extra-crispy texture.
- You can add vegetables like bell peppers or snow peas to the dish for extra color and crunch.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, consider adding chili flakes or a dash of chili paste to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g