Szechwan Orange Beef Recipe

Name: Szechwan Orange Beef Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound beef tenderloin, cut 1 inch; 2 egg whites lightly beaten; 4 tbsp. cornstarch; 1 1/2 c. orange liquor; 3 tbsp. soy sauce; 1/4 c. brown sugar; 1 c. meat stock warmed; 1 warm fresh red pepper; Flour for dredging; 2 c. vegetable oil; 6 scallions minced; 2 whole orange peels, grated; 6 tbsp. currant jelly; 1 tbsp. sesame oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp. fresh ginger; 1 c. orange juice

Servings: persons

1 pound beef tenderloin, cut 1 inch
2 egg whites lightly beaten
4 tbsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 c. orange liquor
3 tbsp. soy sauce
1/4 c. brown sugar
1 c. meat stock warmed
1 warm fresh red pepper
Flour for dredging
2 c. vegetable oil
6 scallions minced
2 whole orange peels, grated
6 tbsp. currant jelly
1 tbsp. sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp. fresh ginger
1 c. orange juice

1
Dredge meat in flour, dip in beaten egg whites, dredge and repeat dip.
2
Add in 1 c. of oil in heated wok.
3
Heat till almost smoking.
4
Put in a bowl, fresh pepper scallions, garlic and ginger.
5
Add in meat to warm oil in wok a few pcs at a time, toss till brown.
6
Remove from wok to heated platter, keep hot.
7
Pour off most of oil out of wok when meat is done.
8
Add in sesame oil, heat to very warm, add in vegetables in bowl, toss 1 minute.
9
Add in jelly, brown sugar, orange juice, orange peel, orange liquor, and meat stock with cornstarch, deglazing pan, stir till it starts to thicken, add in meat toss till well coated.
10
Pour immediately in hot platter.
11
Garnish with stir fried vegetables.

1683

kcal

Calories

148

Fat

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.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound beef tenderloin, cut 1 inch, 2 egg whites lightly beaten, 4 tbsp. cornstarch, 1 1/2 c. orange liquor, and more.

Yes, Szechwan Orange Beef 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!