Ken Homs beef with orange recipe

Name: Ken Homs beef with orange recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 450 g (15.9oz) lean beef steak; 1 tbsp dried orange peel, soaked and coarsely chopped; 2 tsp whole Sichuan peppercorns, roasted and finely ground (optional); 1 tbsp dark soy sauce; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1.5 tsp sugar; 2 tsp sesame oil for the marinade; 1 tbsp dark soy sauce; 1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry; 1.5 tbsp tbsp finely chopped fresh root ginger; 2 tsp cornflour; 2 tsp sesame oil; 65 ml (2.3fl oz) groundnut oil; 2 dried red chilli peppers, cut in half lengthways

Servings: persons

450 g (15.9oz) lean beef steak
1 tbsp dried orange peel, soaked and coarsely chopped
2 tsp whole Sichuan peppercorns, roasted and finely ground (optional)
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1.5 tsp sugar
2 tsp sesame oil for the marinade
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry
1.5 tbsp tbsp finely chopped fresh root ginger
2 tsp cornflour
2 tsp sesame oil
65 ml (2.3fl oz) groundnut oil
2 dried red chilli peppers, cut in half lengthways

1
Cut the beef into thin slices 5cm (2in) long, cutting against the grain.
2
Put the beef into a bowl, add all the marinade ingredients and mix well.
3
Leave to marinate for about 20 minutes.
4
Heat a wok or large frying pan over a high heat.
5
Add the groundnut oil and, when it is very hot and slightly smoking, remove the beef from the marinade with a slotted spoon.
6
Add the beef to the pan and stir-fry for 35 minutes or until browned.
7
Remove and leave to drain in a colander set inside a bowl.
8
Pour off most of the oil from the wok or pan, leaving about 2 teaspoons.
9
Reheat over a high heat, add the dried chilli peppers and stir-fry for 10 seconds.
10
Return the beef to the pan and add the rest of the ingredients and stir-fry for 4 minutes, mixing well.
11
Serve at once.

549

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 450 g (15.9oz) lean beef steak, 1 tbsp dried orange peel, soaked and coarsely chopped, 2 tsp whole Sichuan peppercorns, roasted and finely ground (optional), 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Ken Homs beef with orange recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!