Description
Imagine biting into perfectly crispy beef strips, enveloped in a tangy orange glaze that perfectly balances sweetness with a hint of chili heat. This Crispy Orange Beef recipe brings a delightful twist to your usual beef dishes, combining the freshness of orange zest with the comforting richness of caramelized brown sugar and the kick of chili garlic sauce.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs sirloin, cubed or cut into thin strips
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup cornstarch
16 oz coconut oil
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
2 Tbsp soy sauce
2–3 Tbsp chili garlic sauce
Zest of 1 orange
2 cups broccoli florets
Sticky rice, if desired
Instructions
Sprinkle sirloin with salt and toss with cornstarch until well coated.
In a 9″ cast iron pan, heat coconut oil over high heat.
Cook sirloin strips in batches until golden brown, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Pour off excess oil from the pan, retaining a few fried bits for flavor.
Add brown sugar and orange juice to the pan, whisking over medium-high heat until thickened.
Whisk in soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and orange zest.
Toss in the cooked beef and broccoli florets, stirring until the broccoli is tender.
Serve over sticky rice, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 650