How to Make Crispy Ginger Beef - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the satisfying crunch of perfectly crispy ginger beef. This popular Chinese dish has a wonderful balance of savory and sweet, with a hint of spice from the ginger. The tender strips of beef are coated in a light and crunchy batter, then tossed in a sticky, gingery sauce that's bursting with flavor. It's a dish that's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters and is perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 pound flank steak, cut into thin strips
  • ½ cup canola oil, or as needed
  • 1 large carrot, cut into matchstick-size pieces
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into matchstick-size pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into matchstick-size pieces
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • ¼ cup minced fresh ginger root
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Place cornstarch in a large bowl; gradually whisk in water until smooth. Whisk eggs into cornstarch mixture; toss steak strips in mixture to coat.
  • Pour canola oil into a wok, 1-inch deep; heat oil over high heat until hot but not smoking. Place 1/4 of the beef strips into hot oil; separate strips with a fork. Cook, stirring frequently, until coating is crisp and golden, about 3 minutes. Remove beef to drain on paper towels; repeat with remaining beef.
  • Drain off all but 1 tablespoon oil; cook and stir carrot, bell peppers, green onions, ginger, and garlic over high heat until lightly browned but still crisp, about 3 minutes.
  • Whisk sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl. Pour sauce mixture over vegetables in wok; bring mixture to a boil. Stir beef back into vegetable mixture; cook and stir just until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    364 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 103mg
    • Sodium: 614mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 54mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 398mg