Szechuan Crispy Orange Beef Recipe

Name: Szechuan Crispy Orange Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb flank steak, partially frozen; 1/4 - 1/2 cup cornstarch, approximately; 2 peanut oil; 1 large orange; 8 dried hot peppers, to taste; 1/4 small onion, cut in 1/2 inch squares; 1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon minced green onion; SAUCE; 1 tablespoon rice wine; 1/4 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon oyster sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Servings: persons

1 lb flank steak, partially frozen
1/4 - 1/2 cup cornstarch, approximately
2 peanut oil
1 large orange
8 dried hot peppers, to taste
1/4 small onion, cut in 1/2 inch squares
1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced green onion
SAUCE
1 tablespoon rice wine
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil

1
*THEORANGE: With vegetable peeler,cut zest from orange into long pieces.
2
Cut pieces into thin strips.
3
Dry slightly in microwave oven.
4
Slice the orange for garnish.
5
Steak should be frozen, but still pliable for easier slicing, slice in strips across the grain.
6
Coat the meat completely with cornstarch and set aside.
7
Combine dried orange peel in a small dish with hot pepper.
8
Cut onion and combine in another small dish with water chestnuts.
9
Mince garlic and green onion.
10
SAUCE: Combine rice wine, sugar, soy sauce, chicken broth, and oyster sauce in a small bowl.
11
Put a metal strainer over a large saucepan in kitchen sink.
12
Heat wok for two minutes over highest heat.
13
Add oil and heat until it is very hot.
14
Add beef, stir to break it up.
15
Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, til the outside is crispy.
16
Transfer to strainer in sink and pour oil and beef into it.
17
Place empty wok back on high heat, add garlic and green onion.
18
Add hot pepper and orange peel, Stir briefly.
19
Add onion and water chestnuts and stir 30 seconds.
20
Add sauce and stir well to coat.
21
Let mixture boil until it thickens slightly.
22
Add hot beef and then sesame oil.
23
Put on serving plate and garnish plate with orange slices.
24
Serve with rice.

980

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Protein

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb flank steak, partially frozen, 1/4 - 1/2 cup cornstarch, approximately, 2 peanut oil, 1 large orange, and more.

Yes, Szechuan Crispy Orange Beef falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Szechuan Crispy Orange Beef

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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