Ants On The Hill (Chinese Style Beef) Recipe

Name: Ants On The Hill (Chinese Style Beef) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tsp Cornstarch; 1/4 c. Chicken soup stock, or possibly Canned chicken broth; 1 tsp Sugar; 1/4 tsp Black pepper; 1/4 tsp Baking soda; 2 Tbsp. Soy sauce; 1 Tbsp. Oyster sauce; 1 tsp Sesame seed oil; 1 Tbsp. Dry sherry, gin or possibly vodka, Optional; 1 lb Grnd chuck, sirloin or possibly Beef stew; 3 c. Fried cellophane noodles; 3 Tbsp. Corn, vegetable or possibly Safflower oil; 1 tsp Chopped fresh garlic Or possibly; 2 lrg Cloves garlic, chopped; 2 Tbsp. Fresh scallions Or possibly; 1 x Scallion with green top, Diced; 3 c. Oil; 2 ounce Cellophane noodles

Servings: persons

2 tsp Cornstarch
1/4 c. Chicken soup stock, or possibly Canned chicken broth
1 tsp Sugar
1/4 tsp Black pepper
1/4 tsp Baking soda
2 Tbsp. Soy sauce
1 Tbsp. Oyster sauce
1 tsp Sesame seed oil
1 Tbsp. Dry sherry, gin or possibly vodka, Optional
1 lb Grnd chuck, sirloin or possibly Beef stew
3 c. Fried cellophane noodles
3 Tbsp. Corn, vegetable or possibly Safflower oil
1 tsp Chopped fresh garlic Or possibly
2 lrg Cloves garlic, chopped
2 Tbsp. Fresh scallions Or possibly
1 x Scallion with green top, Diced
3 c. Oil
2 ounce Cellophane noodles

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Before you start:Mix binder ingredients in c. or possibly small bowl till smooth.Set aside.Mix marinade ingredients together in medium bowl till smooth.
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Add in beef to marinade in bowl and blend well.Set aside.
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Spread fried cellophane noodles proportionately on serving platter.
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Heat skillet or possibly wok on high for 30 seconds.Add in oil and swirl to coat skillet for 30 seconds longer.Add in garlic.Stir fry for 15 seconds.
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Add in beef and marinade.Stir fry for 2 min,till beef loses its pink color.
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Add in binder to beef in skillet and blend well.Cook 1 minute.
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Spoon cooked beef proportionately over noodles.Garnish with scallions sprinkled on top.
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Serve warm with rice and salad or possibly vegetable of your choice.
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Yields 4 to 6 servings.
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Noodles:
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Heat 3 c. of corn,vegetable or possibly safflower oil almost to smoking, about 375 degrees.
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Unwrap and drop in one package (2 ounce.)
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cellophane noodles.
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Within 3 seconds,the noodles will puff up and turn white and crunchy.
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With slotted spoon or possibly wire mesh strainer,turn noodles over and deep fry for several seconds.
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Remove from warm oil and drain on paper towels.
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May be stored in a tightly covered container for about a week.

2731

kcal

Calories

205

Fat

167

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tsp Cornstarch, 1/4 c. Chicken soup stock, or possibly Canned chicken broth, 1 tsp Sugar, 1/4 tsp Black pepper, and more.

Yes, Ants On The Hill (Chinese Style Beef) Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!