How to Make Erika's Ginger Beef - A Step-by-Step Guide

Introducing Erika's Ginger Beef, a delicious and savory dish that combines the earthy richness of beef with the spicy kick of fresh ginger. This recipe is a favorite in Erika's household, and it's no wonder why – the tender beef is perfectly complemented by the vibrant flavors of ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.

This recipe is sure to impress anyone who tries it, and it's surprisingly simple to make. Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or a special occasion, Erika's Ginger Beef i...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds beef top round steak, cut into thin slices
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 cup oil for frying, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 carrots, cut into matchstick-size pieces
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 5 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Stir beef and eggs together in a bowl. Whisk cornstarch and water together; stir into beef mixture.
  • Pour oil 2 to 3 inches deep in a wok; heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cook beef strips in oil, working in batches, until brown and crisp, about 4 minutes; remove to drain and keep warm. Repeat with remaining beef.
  • Heat sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat; stir in carrots, green onion, ginger, and garlic. Cook and stir until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir soy sauce, white vinegar, sugar, and red pepper flakes into vegetable mixture; bring to a boil. Stir beef strips into vegetables; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  • Nutrition

    415 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 122mg
    • Sodium: 676mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 45mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 384mg