Kung Pao Beef
Tender seared beef with roasted peanuts, chili heat, and a tangy-sweet sauce that coats every bite. One skillet, 15 minutes, pure TikTok gold.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 425
- Protein
- 38g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice beef against the grain into thin strips, roughly 1/4 inch thick.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 60 seconds.
Step 3
Add beef in a single layer and cook without stirring for 90 seconds until edges brown.
Step 4
Stir and cook 60 seconds more until no pink remains, then push to the side.
Step 5
Pour soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and chili flakes into the pan; toss everything together.
Step 6
Fold in peanuts and green onions, then serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or wok
- cutting board
- sharp knife
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