Firecracker Beef
Firecracker Beef is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the perfect balance of spicy and sweet to your dinner table. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Asian-inspired recipe features seared beef mince glazed with an irresistible Firecracker sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, Firecracker Beef can be served over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps for a fun twist. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll impress your family and guests without breaking the bank. Customize the heat to suit your taste by adjusting the chili flakes and sriracha, making this dish a versatile favorite for everyone!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1½ tbsp oil (vegetable, canola, or peanut)
- 500g ground beef
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 4 tbsp brown sugar
- Rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Firecracker sauce by mixing soy sauce, sriracha, brown sugar, garlic, chili flakes, and water in a bowl.
- Heat oil in a frypan over high heat; add ground beef and cook for 2½ minutes until browned.
- Add garlic and chili flakes; cook for another minute.
- Stir in the Firecracker sauce and cook for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles; garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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