Chinese Spicy Beef Recipe

Spicy Beef: An Explosion of Asian Flavors

Chinese Spicy Beef is a dish that combines the tenderness of the meat with the vivacity of the spices, providing an unforgettable culinary experience. Preparing it at home is easier than you might think and will allow you to customize the flavors to your liking.

Why make Chinese spicy beef at home?

• It's easy: even those with little cooking experience can prepare this dish.
• It's quick: preparation takes little time, perfect for a last minute dinner.
• It is customizable: you can adapt the recipe to your tastes and the ingredients you have available.
• It's tasty: an explosion of flavors that will satisfy even the most demanding palates.

Variations and tips for oriental spicy beef

Spiciness Level : Adjust the amount of chili pepper according to your taste. You can also use chopped dried chili peppers. Vegetables : In addition to bell pepper and onion, you can add other vegetables such as carrots, zucchini, broccoli florets, bamboo or bean sprouts. Protein to use for the recipe : you can also use other parts of the beef, such as the brisket or the round. Instead of beef, you can use chicken, pork or tofu. Meat Thickness : Cut meat into thin strips for faster, more even cooking. Sauce : For a sweeter and sour touch, add a spoonful of honey or sugar to the sauce. Garnish : Serve the dish garnished with sliced ​​spring onions and sesame seeds. Extra tip : for a more authentic flavor, use a wok pan and cook over high heat, stirring continuously.

Spicy Beef Stir Fry Recipe

Ingredients (for 4 people)

• 500g beef fillet, cut into strips
• 1 red pepper, cut into strips
• 1 white onion, cut into julienne strips
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 fresh chili pepper (optional), to taste
• 2 cm fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice wine (or rice vinegar)
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• Seed oil for frying
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation of spicy beef

Marinade: In a bowl, mix the beef with the soy sauce, rice wine, cornstarch, grated ginger, salt and pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Heat plenty of oil in a wok or wok-like pan. Add the marinated beef and cook over medium-high heat until golden brown. Drain and set aside.

In the same pan, add a little seed oil if necessary and fry the garlic, ginger and chopped chilli until fragrant.

Immediately add the pepper and onion and sauté over high heat for a few minutes, until tender but still crunchy.

Pour the cooked beef into the pan with the vegetables, season with salt and pepper and mix well to combine all the flavors.

Done! Serve the spicy Chinese beef hot with basmati rice or noodles.

Perfect accompaniments for spicy beef

• Basmati rice : a classic pairing for Chinese dishes.
• Noodles : for a more substantial touch.
• Sautéed vegetables : for a lighter and healthier dish.
• Beer or wine? A light, fresh beer or a dry white wine are great accompaniments for this dish.