THE FIRE-STRAND SCORCH

(Our Play on Crispy Chili Beef)

THE FIRE-STRAND SCORCH

Ingredients: 400g Beef steak (shredded into thin strands), 4 tbsp Cornflour, 1 tsp Chili powder, 2 tbsp Sweet chili sauce, 1 tbsp Soy sauce, 1 tbsp Vinegar, 1 Carrot (matchsticks), 1 Red pepper (strips)...

Ingredients

  • 400g Beef steak (shredded into thin strands)
  • 4 tbsp Cornflour
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 2 tbsp Sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar
  • 1 Carrot (matchsticks)
  • 1 Red pepper (strips)

Cooking Method

  1. The Coat Toss beef strands in cornflour and chili powder until fully dry and separated.
  2. The Scorch Flash-fry beef in hot oil in batches until dark brown and very crunchy; remove.
  3. The Architect Sauté carrot and pepper in the same pan on high heat until charred.
  4. The Bloom Add the fire glaze with a 20ml splash of water; boil until it turns into a thick red syrup.
  5. The Marriage Toss the crispy beef strands into the syrup until every piece is lacquered.
  6. The Final Flourish Garnish with fresh coriander and toasted sesame seeds.

Cuisine: Asian

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