Description
This Chinese-inspired recipe for General Tso Beef is perfect for those who love a meal with sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.
Ingredients
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Sauce
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or substitute
- 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup low sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoons chili paste or chili oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced or 1-2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce, optional
- 1.5 pounds top sirloin steak
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch or Arrowroot powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red pepper, thinly sliced
- 12 ounces green beans
- 8-10 dried chili peppers
- 8 stalks of chives or 3 stalks green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Make the sauce, stir to combine well and taste for flavor. Adjust as needed.
- Add 1 tablespoon oil to skillet or wok over medium heat. Stir fry the green beans and red peppers for 2 minutes until softened.
- Add the chili peppers, (cut open a few to release the seeds for some extra spice), and the chives. Stir fry for 1-2 minutes. Remove to a plate.
- Stir the cornstarch, salt and pepper. Coat the sliced beef and shake off any excess.
- Heat remaining oil in skillet over medium heat and stir fry the coated beef until browned, 2-3 minutes.
- Add the sauce to skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook 2 minutes until sauce is thickened.
- Add the vegetables back to pan and heat through about a minute or two.
- Remove chili peppers before serving.
Notes
* To make it easier to thinly slice the beef, place in freezer for about 20 minutes to firm up.
*Slice beef on the diagonal, against the grain for the tenderest texture.
*To prevent the beef from steaming instead of browning, don't crowd the beef in the skillet. Cook in two batches if necessary.
*Store leftovers, covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a saucepan over low-medium heat until hot. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 243
- Sugar: 4.8g
- Sodium: 925mg
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 11.9g
- Fiber: 2.4g
- Protein: 28.6g
- Cholesterol: 67mg