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Crispy Chilli Beef Rice: Quick & Flavorful Dinner Recipe

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This Crispy Chilli Beef Rice is a quick and delicious meal that brings the flavors of takeout right to your kitchen. With tender beef and vibrant vegetables, it’s a satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 300g 5% fat beef mince
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 20ml dark soy sauce
  • 15ml sriracha
  • 10g tomato puree
  • 20g honey
  • 250g cooked rice
  • Optional toppings: sliced spring onion, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Start by chopping the onion and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces, and mince the garlic. This prep step should take about 5 minutes. You want the onion and bell pepper to be uniform in size for even cooking.
  2. Heat a large pan over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the onion is translucent and the bell pepper is slightly softened.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Keep an eye on it—garlic can burn quickly, leading to an off-putting bitterness.
  4. Next, add the 300g of beef mince to the pan. Cook while stirring for about 5-7 minutes until the beef is browned and the liquid has evaporated. It's essential to break up the mince as it cooks so it crisps up nicely.
  5. While the beef cooks, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together 20ml dark soy sauce, 15ml sriracha, 10g tomato puree, and 20g honey with a splash of water until well combined.
  6. Once the beef is browned, pour the sauce into the pan. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef well. The mixture should become glossy and fragrant.
  7. Stir in the 250g of cooked rice. Mix thoroughly to ensure the rice is evenly coated with the sauce and heated throughout. This should take about 2 minutes. Avoid letting the rice sit too long to prevent it from becoming mushy.
  8. Finally, remove the pan from heat. Serve hot, garnishing with sliced spring onions and sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy your crispy, savory dinner!

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Keywords: For an extra crispy texture, try spreading the beef mince in a single layer in the pan while it cooks. Using a non-stick skillet can make a significant difference in preventing the beef from sticking and burning. Make sure your cooked rice is cold and ideally a day old for the best texture.

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