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Crispy Sesame Beef

Crispy beef strips tossed in a sweet and savory sesame sauce. Quick, easy, and better than takeout Asian-style recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Beef
  • 500 g beef strips
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 egg white optional
  • Salt & pepper
  • Oil for frying
  • Sauce
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp ginger optional
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • Chili flakes optional

Equipment

  • 1 Deep frying pan or wok used for frying beef until crispy and tossing it in sesame sauce
  • 1 Sharp Knife used for slicing beef into thin strips for quick and even cooking
  • 1 Cutting Board used as a safe surface for preparing beef and ingredients
  • 2 Mixing Bowls used for coating beef and preparing sesame sauce separately
  • 1 Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula used for stirring sauce and mixing beef evenly
  • 1 Slotted spoon used for removing crispy beef from hot oil safely
  • 1 Measuring Cups used for measuring soy sauce, honey, and liquids accurately
  • 1 Measuring Spoons used for small ingredients like garlic, ginger, and spices
  • 1 Whisk or fork used for mixing sauce smoothly without lumps
  • 1 Paper Towels used for absorbing excess oil from fried beef
  • 1 Tongs used for handling beef during frying and mixing with sauce

Method
 

  1. Slice beef thinly and season.
  2. Coat with cornstarch.
  3. Fry until crispy and golden.
  4. In pan, cook garlic and sauce ingredients.
  5. Add beef and toss well.
  6. Sprinkle sesame seeds and serve.

Notes

For the most tender Crispy Sesame Beef, slice the beef as thinly as possible before cooking, which helps it stay juicy and cook evenly. Fry the beef in small batches rather than overcrowding the pan, as this ensures a crispy, golden coating on every piece. The sauce thickens very quickly once heated, so keep a close eye on it and avoid overcooking to prevent it from becoming too thick. For the best flavor and texture, serve the dish immediately while the beef is still hot and crispy and the sauce is perfectly glossy.
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