Beef dry chilli chowmein

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

For the Chowmein:

• 8 ounces (225g) chowmein noodles, boiled according to package instructions
• 1/2 pound (225g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, and cabbage), julienned
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 4 green onions, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Dry Chilli Beef:

• 1/2 pound (225g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3-4 dried red chillies, chopped (adjust to taste)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dry Chilli Beef Marinade (Low Intensity):
   • In a bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, sugar, and black pepper.
   • Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Stir-Fry Dry Chilli Beef (Medium-High Intensity):
   • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the marinated beef slices and stir-fry until browned and cooked through.
   • Remove the beef from the wok and set it aside.
3. Prepare the Chowmein Sauce (Low Intensity):
   • In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper to create the chowmein sauce.
4. Stir-Fry Chowmein (Medium-High Intensity):
   • In the same wok, add 2 more tablespoons of vegetable oil.
   • Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
   • Add the julienned vegetables and bean sprouts. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp.
   • Add the cooked chowmein noodles and the prepared chowmein sauce. Toss everything together until well combined.
   • Stir in sliced green onions and remove the chowmein from the wok.
5. Combine Dry Chilli Beef and Chowmein (Medium Intensity):
   • In the wok, heat another tablespoon of vegetable oil.
   • Add chopped dried red chillies, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
   • Add the cooked dry chilli beef back to the wok and toss until the beef is coated with the spicy sauce.
6. Serve (Low Intensity):
   • Arrange the spicy Dry Chilli Beef on top of the Chowmein.
   • Garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired.
   • Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Beef Dry Chilli Chowmein! (Low Intensity)

Optional: Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer dried red chillies.

Nutritional Information (per serving, assuming 4 servings):

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fat: 20g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sodium: 1200mg

Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used. Adjust quantities to fit your dietary preferences and restrictions.