Description
Firecracker Beef is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the heat to your dinner table. This easy recipe combines tender ground beef with a spicy-sweet Firecracker sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. With just 10 minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy the bold flavors of this Asian-inspired meal in no time. Serve it over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps for a versatile dinner option that caters to everyone’s palate. Ideal for families on a budget and customizable to suit your heat preference, Firecracker Beef guarantees satisfaction with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g beef mince (ground beef)
- 1½ tbsp oil (vegetable or canola)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 4 tbsp brown sugar
- Rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the Firecracker sauce ingredients: soy sauce, sriracha, brown sugar, and chili flakes. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a large frypan over high heat. Add beef mince and cook until browned, around 2½ minutes.
- Stir in garlic and chili flakes; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and stir to coat the beef evenly. Cook for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
- Add water to achieve desired consistency and serve over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg