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Peking Beef Delight

Peking Beef Delight

Crispy beef in a sweet, tangy sauce. Make Peking Beef Delight, a restaurant favorite, faster than takeout. Easy recipe with simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g beef shoulder or sirloin tip, sliced 3mm thin
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine or omit
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp vinegar
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2-3 tsp sambal chili sauce
  • 1/2 cup potato or corn starch
  • 1/2 to 2/3 cup oil for frying
  • 5-7 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 onion onion, diced
  • 1/4 red bell pepper red bell pepper, diced

Equipment

  • Wok or deep skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Wire rack for draining
  • Slotted spoon or spider strainer
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Marinate the beef with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine (if using), and black pepper; let it sit.
  2. Whisk together oyster sauce, vinegar, ketchup, sugar, and sambal in a small bowl.
  3. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet to approximately 350°F (180°C).
  4. Dredge each piece of marinated beef in starch, shaking off excess.
  5. Fry beef in hot oil for 6-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy; drain on a wire rack.
  6. Carefully pour most of the oil out, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the wok.
  7. Sauté minced garlic, diced onion, and red bell pepper in the remaining oil for about 1 minute.
  8. Pour the prepared sauce into the wok and let it bubble for 30 seconds.
  9. Add crispy beef to the wok and toss everything together.
  10. Serve immediately with rice or vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 32gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

To enhance crispiness, slice the beef thinly against the grain and pat dry before marinating. For a healthier twist, consider using an air fryer or baking the beef instead of deep-frying. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in a skillet to retain crispiness. Feel free to substitute with other proteins like chicken or shrimp and adjust cooking times accordingly. Adjust sambal chili sauce to your desired spice level or serve it on the side for those who prefer less heat.
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