Spicy Orange Beef Recipe

Name: Spicy Orange Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 1/4 pounds beef steak, thinly sliced across the grain and cut into 2-by-1/3-inch strips; 6 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger, optional; 7 small dried red chiles or; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 cup orange juice; 2 tablespoons orange marmalade; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar; 4 cups cooked white rice, for serving

Servings: persons

1/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/4 pounds beef steak, thinly sliced across the grain and cut into 2-by-1/3-inch strips
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger, optional
7 small dried red chiles or
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
4 cups cooked white rice, for serving

1
In a large bowl, whisk together cornstarch and salt. Add beef; toss to coat. Shake off any excess.
2
In a large skillet, heat 3 Tbsp. oil over medium-high heat. Add half of beef and fry until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef to a colander. Wipe any browned bits from skillet, and repeat using remaining 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil and second batch of beef. Wipe out skillet.
3
Add sesame oil, garlic and ginger (if using) to skillet and cook for 1 minute over medium heat. Stir in chiles, orange juice, marmalade, soy sauce and vinegar and cook over medium-high heat until slightly syrupy, about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and stir in beef to coat with orange sauce. Heat through, 2 minutes.
4
Serve beef and sauce over rice.

1346

kcal

Calories

Fat

161

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 1/4 pounds beef steak, thinly sliced across the grain and cut into 2-by-1/3-inch strips, 6 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Spicy Orange Beef falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Spicy Orange Beef

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