Orange beef

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 45 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Beef
  • Beef sirloin : 1 pound
  • Cornstarch : 2 tablespoons
  • Vegetable oil : 2 tablespoons
• Orange Sauce
  • Orange juice : 1/2 cup cup
  • Soy sauce : 2 tablespoons
  • Rice vinegar : 2 tablespoons
  • Brown sugar : 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic, minced : 2 cloves
  • Ginger, grated : 1 teaspoon
  • Orange zest : 1 teaspoon
  • Red pepper flakes : 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon
  • Cornstarch (dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water) : 1 tablespoon

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Steps

• Prepare the Beef
• Cut the beef sirloin into thin strips.
• In a bowl, toss the beef strips with cornstarch until well coated.
• Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add the beef strips to the skillet and cook until browned and crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
• Make the Orange Sauce
• In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, orange zest, and red pepper flakes.
• In a separate bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water to create a slurry.
• Pour the orange sauce mixture into the skillet used to cook the beef.
• Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
• Add the cornstarch slurry to the sauce and stir until well combined. Cook for an additional minute.
• Combine and Serve
• Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the orange sauce.
• Toss the beef in the sauce until well coated.
• Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beef is heated through.
• Serve the orange beef over steamed rice or noodles.
• Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds, if desired.

Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the beef in the orange sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
• Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
• Make sure to have all the ingredients prepped and ready before starting the cooking process.

Information

• Orange beef is a popular Chinese-American dish that combines tender beef with a tangy and sweet orange sauce.
• This recipe can be easily customized by adding vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas. Simply stir-fry them along with the beef.