Description
Sticky Hoisin Beef is a flavorful Asian-inspired stir fry featuring tender slices of beef coated in a rich, sticky hoisin sauce combined with vibrant vegetables like bell pepper and broccoli. This quick and easy stovetop recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes, garnished with fresh green onions and crunchy sesame seeds for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Beef and Coating
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Sauce and Vegetables
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Pat the sliced beef dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Toss the beef in a bowl with the cornstarch until evenly coated, which helps achieve a slightly crispy texture when cooked.
- Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and slightly crispy. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same pan, then sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant, releasing their flavors into the oil.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in the hoisin sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, crushed red pepper flakes, and water. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer to meld all the flavors together.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the thinly sliced red bell pepper and broccoli florets to the simmering sauce. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are just tender but still crisp, maintaining their vibrant color and texture.
- Combine Beef and Sauce: Return the cooked beef to the pan and toss everything to coat the beef evenly with the sticky hoisin sauce. Continue simmering for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the beef pieces.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pan from heat. Garnish your sticky hoisin beef with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving. Pair it with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more crushed red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil while cooking.
- You can substitute the beef with chicken or tofu to suit your dietary preferences.
- Serve this dish over steamed rice or noodles for a filling and balanced meal.
