beijing beef panda express
Make Panda Express-inspired Beijing Beef at home with this easy recipe. Tender beef, crispy veggies, and a savory-sweet sauce for a delicious weeknight meal!
Equipment
- Wok or large frying pan
- Small bowl for mixing sauce
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife for slicing beef and vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef (flank steak or sirloin), thinly sliced into strips
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Marinate the beef in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar for about 15-30 minutes.Stir-fry the Beef: Heat oil in a large pan or wok. Add the beef and stir-fry until crispy and golden brown.Add the Vegetables: Toss in the broccoli, bell pepper, and onion. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender-crisp.Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together more soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and brown sugar. Pour over the cooked beef and veggies, tossing to coat evenly.Cook Everything Together: Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is well coated.Serve: Serve the Beijing Beef over steamed rice or your favorite side dish. Enjoy!
Notes
- Customize with Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots, snow peas, or baby corn to suit your taste.
- For Extra Crunch: If you like extra crispy beef, coat the beef strips in cornstarch before stir-frying.