Ingredients
For the Batter
- 2/3 cup cornstarch
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 large egg
For the Rest of the Recipe
- 1 pound flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
- Vegetable oil as needed for frying
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 5 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon chili flakes
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 4 teaspoons fresh ginger minced
- Sesame seeds to taste
- Green onions thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornstarch, flour, water, and egg until smooth.
- Add the thinly sliced beef to the batter and ensure each piece is evenly coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Fry the battered beef in batches until crispy and golden, about 3-5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, chili flakes, and 3 tablespoons water.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the sauce mixture and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add the fried beef back into the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. Serve warm, topped with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
