Crispy sweet and sour beef

Directions

  1. 1Add two parts self-raising flour and one part cornflour to a bowl, then add water to make a batter.
  2. 2Add velveted beef to the batter.
  3. 3Take the beef and put it into cornstarch, mixing to ensure every piece is separated and doesn't stick together.
  4. 4Make the sauce by combining tomato sauce (ketchup), a little Worcestershire sauce, water, sugar, vinegar, and a tiny bit of red powder.
  5. 5Crank up the heat and fry the beef until it's crispy golden brown.
  6. 6Add the vegetables to the wok, then remove them quickly.
  7. 7Add the sauce to the wok and bring it to a boil.
  8. 8Add potato/flour to thicken the sauce.
  9. 9Add the crispy beef to the sauce.
  10. 10Serve the dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 parts self-raising flour
  • 1 part cornflour
  • water
  • velveted beef
  • cornstarch
  • tomato sauce
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • sugar
  • vinegar
  • red powder
  • vegetables
  • potato/flour

Equipment

wok

Tips

  • Ensure every piece of beef is separated when coating in cornstarch to prevent sticking.
  • Chinese restaurants crank up the heat for frying rather than double frying.
  • Add vegetables straight in and straight out.