Categories: Asian
Ingredients
- 1 lb. flank steak
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 1/2 tsp garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger, diced
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil, divided
- 6 green onions, cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces
Directions
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Cut steak against the grain into small pieces, about 1/4 inch. Transfer steak into a bowl with cornstarch and flip until fully coated on all sides. Set aside.
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In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp of the oil on medium heat. Stir in ginger and garlic. Cook for about 1 minute or until aromatic. Mix in soy sauce, water, and brown sugar. Keep stirring until sugar is melted. Bring to a boil on medium heat. Simmer for about 2 minutes or until sauce is thick.
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at remaining vegetable oil in a separate saucepan on medium heat until oil reaches 350. Deep-fry steak in batches for 2 minutes or until brown. Transfer onto a plate lined with paper towels.
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Discard the oil, then add sauce and stir in meat with sauce in saucepan for about 2 minutes on medium heat. Mix in green onions and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Place meat and onions on a plate.
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Serve hot.