Firecracker Beef

Ignite your taste buds with Firecracker Beef, a bold and spicy stir-fry that's perfect for quick weeknight dinners or an impressive homemade takeout feast. Tender slices of beef sirloin are coated in cornstarch for a perfectly crisp sear, then tossed in a fiery, flavor-packed sauce featuring soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and Sriracha balanced with aromatic garlic and ginger. Finished with a sprinkle of green onions and optional sesame seeds, this dish brings a satisfying combination of heat and savory sweetness. Ready in just 25 minutes, Firecracker Beef is ideal served over steamed rice or alongside crisp vegetables for a restaurant-worthy meal at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.33 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the thinly sliced beef in a mixing bowl. Add the cornstarch and toss until all the beef slices are evenly coated. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by whisking together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sriracha sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red chili flakes. Set the bowl aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the pan.

Step 4

Working in batches, fry the beef slices in the hot oil for 1-2 minutes per side, until browned and just cooked through. Remove the beef and set it aside on a plate.

Step 5

In the same skillet or wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and pour in the prepared sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer while stirring constantly.

Step 6

Return the cooked beef slices to the skillet, tossing them in the sauce to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the beef absorbs the sauce and everything is heated through.

Step 7

Sprinkle the sliced green onions and sesame seeds (if using) over the beef. Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	713 grams (713.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1757

Total Fat 109.30g	140%
Saturated Fat 33.10g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.30g
Cholesterol 318mg	106%
Sodium 3930mg	171%
Total Carbohydrate 58.60g	21%
Dietary Fiber 2.50g	9%
Total Sugars 33.50g
Protein 127.40g	255%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 162mg	12%
Iron 14mg	80%
Potassium 1979mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.9%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 13.6%