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    Beijing Beef Recipe Made In 25 Minutes | Tastes Like Panda Express

    by Joe Duff 6 Comments

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    This delicious Panda Express Beijing beef recipe combines perfectly crispy beef, tender sautéed veggies, and a satisfying sweet chili sauce into a dish that's sure to wow just about anyone who tries it. Not to mention, these crispy beef slices are surprisingly quick and easy to make - it only 30 minutes to make 4 servings!

    A serving dish containing homemade Beijing beef.

    Table of Contents

    • The Best Beijing Beef Recipe
      • Ingredients
        • Ingredient Substitutions and Modifications
      • How To Make Beijing Beef
        • Step 1: Season The Flank Steak
        • Step 2: Make The Beijing Beef Sauce
        • Step 3: Fry The beef
        • Step 4: Sauté The bell peppers and onion
        • Step 5: Assemble The Beijing beef
      • How To Store Beijing Beef
        • How to Reheat Beijing Beef
      • Wrapping It All Up
    • More Copycat Recipes
    • Beijing Beef Recipe Made In 25 Minutes | Tastes Like Panda Express
      • Ingredients
      • Instructions
      • Nutrition
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    The Best Beijing Beef Recipe

    If you love Panda Express, you're going to love this copycat Panda Express Beijing beef recipe. It has pan-seared tender beef slices that are tossed in a sweet and spicy Beijing sauce that's almost identical to the one at PE.

    And because this recipe is so easy to make, it's going to make you rethink ever waiting in line at Panda Express again! Honestly. This Panda Express beef steak is so juicy and tender, with just the most incredible flavor. There's really no reason to ever order it out again.

    I love eating it with this sushi rice - or this coconut rice and some of these sugar snap peas. What I like to do is mix the rice and peas into the Bejing beef to make it more of a complete meal. 

    Oh, by the way, if you like copycat Panda Express recipes, you have to try this black pepper angus steak, honey walnut shrimp, and teriyaki chicken next. They're all really, really close takes to the ones they serve at the restaurants - just like this Panda Express Beijing beef.

    Ingredients

    Ok, so this Panda Express Beijing beef copycat recipe uses pretty simple ingredients, and I'd be surprised if you didn't have most - if not all - of them at home already. 

    Anyway, here's everything you'll need for this Panda Express Beijing beef copycat recipe:

    • 1 pound Flank Steak, cut into thin slices
    • 1 tbsp. Salt
    • 2 Egg Whites
    • ½ cup Corn Starch
    • 1 cup Canola Oil
    • ½ Yellow Onion, cut into slices
    • 1 Red Bell Pepper, cut into slices
    • 1 tbsp. Garlic, minced

    And for the Beijing beef sauce:

    • ½ cup Water
    • ¼ cup Brown Sugar
    • 3 tbsp. Ketchup
    • ½ cup Hoisin Sauce
    • 2 tbsp. Soy Sauce
    • 2 tbsp. Sweet Chili Sauce
    • 2 tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 1 tsp. Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

    Seriously, you'll be shocked at how all these flavors come together to make this perfectly seasoned Panda Express Beijing beef. It's just so good, and you can actually use the beef to make this beef fried rice, so you'll want to check that out too!

    Ingredient Substitutions and Modifications

    Now, as you may have noticed, this recipe calls for flank steak, which is a great affordable, and versatile cut of beef steak. But, if you're unable to locate flank steak at your grocery store, here are some of the best substitutes that you can choose from.

    By the way, if you want, you can add in more vegetables to almost make this a stir fry esque recipe. Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, brussels sprouts, or anything else you want can easily be added.

    Also, if you like red meat, you can use some of these ingredients to make this cube steak and braised beef shank next.

    Anyway, now that you have all your ingredients ready let's get into how to make this Beijing beef!

    An overhead view of multiple ingredients it takes to make Beijing beauty. A large bowl with sliced beef, sliced onions, sliced peppers, a medium size bowl with corn starch, egg whites, garlic, water, salt, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and red pepper chili flakes.

    How To Make Beijing Beef

    So, this entire Panda Express Beijing beef copycat recipe should take you about 30 minutes from start to finish. And the steps are super simple to follow too, so I know you're just going to love making this copycat recipe!

    Now, let's not waste any more time and get into it!

    An overhead view of uncooked sliced beef in a large bowl. Smaller bowls around the large bowl containing soy sauce, red pepper flakes, red bell peppers, water, minced garlic, and salt.

    Step 1: Season The Flank Steak

    First, mix the corn starch and egg white in a medium-sized bowl until combined.

    Then, add the flank steak to the bowl, top it off with salt, and mix the steak with everything in the bowl.

    An overhead view of sliced beef that has been mixed with cornstarch, egg white, and salt.

    Step 2: Make The Beijing Beef Sauce

    Next, add the water, brown sugar, ketchup, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, apple cider vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small bowl.

    Then, mix until all of the ingredients are combined and have created a sauce-like consistency, and set this aside for later.

    An overhead view of a skillet with hot oil frying sliced beef.

    Step 3: Fry The beef

    Now, heat a deep non-stick skillet - or pot - over medium heat and add the canola oil to it.

    Heat the oil to 350°F, then line a plate with paper towels, and set it aside for later (this is to drain the excess oil on the sliced beef after frying).

    Once the oil is heated, fry the flank steaks until golden brown on both sides. And be sure to work in batches so the frying oil maintains the temperature.

    With that said, you should only have to fry the beef slices in two batches depending on the size of the pan.

    Finally, remove the fried beef from the oil and drain the excess grease on paper towels.

    In overhead you have a pan containing sliced onions and red bell peppers.

    Step 4: Sauté The bell peppers and onion

    Now, once you finish frying the beef, carefully remove most of the oil from the skillet, and leave just about 2 tablespoons in it.

    Now, add the onion and red bell pepper to the skillet and let them cook for about 5 minutes. Then, add garlic to the same pan and cook for 2-3 more minutes.

    A close up of a pan with homemade Beijing beef, peppers, onions being cooked together in Beijing sauce.

    Step 5: Assemble The Beijing beef

    Finally, you're going to assemble your homemade Panda Express Beijing beef!

    So, return the cooked beef to the skillet, add the sauce that you made earlier, and mix the stir fry together so that it's evenly coated. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.

    Then, serve immediately, and enjoy!

    An overhead view of a pan with homemade Beijing beef, peppers, onions being cooked together.

    How To Store Beijing Beef

    This Panda Express Beijing beef copycat recipe will make about 4 servings, so it's perfect for a family meal.

    And if you have any leftovers, it really tastes delicious leftover. In fact, it might even taste better the next day.

    Anyway, to store it, transfer the meal to an airtight container, and it will last in the fridge for 3-4 days.

    How to Reheat Beijing Beef

    If you want to reheat this meal, heat a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat.

    Then, add the leftovers to it and heat for about 5 minutes or until the beef and sauce reach your desired temperature. And make sure to stir everything around frequently for even heating.

    By the way, if the sauce is too thick, you can add a little water to it to thin it out.

    A fork taking a piece of beef from a white bowl filled with beijing beef.

    Wrapping It All Up

    Well, that's how to make Panda Express Beijin beef!

    The delicious savory beef mixed with fresh peppers and onions, all brought together with a savory-sweet sauce is just so good. Not to mention, this delicious Beijing beef dish is surprisingly easy to make too. And the results speak for themselves. 

    Anyway, if you give this Panda Express Beijing beef recipe a try, leave a comment below and let us know how it went!

    Also, be sure to check out our Youtube channel and Instagram for more recipes. We post new ones almost daily on them.

    A serving dish containing homemade Beijing beef.

    More Copycat Recipes

    If you want to give some more copycat recipes from popular restaurants a try, we have a ton on the blog that are just as delicious as this Panda Express Beijing beef!

    Check out some of our copycat recipes here:

    • Cheesecake Factory truffle honey chicken
    • KFC Nashville Tenders
    • Chick-Fil-A chicken nuggets
    • Texas Roadhouse chili
    • Olive Garden chicken parmigiana
    • Panera Bread sierra turkey sandwich
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    Beijing Beef Recipe Made In 25 Minutes | Tastes Like Panda Express

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    This delicious Beijing beef recipe combines perfectly crispy beef, tender sautéed veggies, and a satisfying sweet chili sauce into a dish that's sure to wow just about anyone who tries it. Not to mention, these crispy beef slices are surprisingly quick and easy to make - it only 30 minutes to make 4 servings!

    • Author: Joe Duff
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Panda Express

    Ingredients

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    1 pound Flank Steak, cut in thin slices

    1 tbsp. Salt

    2 Egg Whites

    ½ cup Corn Starch

    1 cup Canola Oil

    ½ Yellow Onion, cut into slices

    1 Red Bell Pepper, cut into slices

    1 tbsp. Garlic, minced

    Sauce:

    ½ cup Water

    ¼ cup Brown Sugar

    3 tbsp. Ketchup

    ½ cup Hoisin Sauce

    2 tbsp. Soy Sauce

    2 tbsp. Sweet Chili Sauce

    2 tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar

    1 tsp. Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

    Instructions

    1. Season the Flank steak with salt and mix with the egg whites and cornstarch.
    2. Mix water, sugar, ketchup, Hoisin, soy, sweet chili sauce, apple cider vinegar, and crushed red pepper. Set aside.
    3. Heat a deep non-stick skillet or pot and add the canola oil, bring to 350°F (180°C).
    4. Fry the flank steaks on each side for a few minutes until golden brown, work in batches, so the oil maintains the temperature. Remove from the oil and drain excess grease on paper towels.
    5. Once you finish frying the meat, remove most of the oil, leaving just about 2 tbsp. in the same skillet.
    6. Add the onion and red bell pepper, and let them cook for 5 minutes.
    7. Add the garlic and cook for 2-3 more minutes.
    8. Return the meat to the skillet, add the sauce from step 2 and mix everything. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 314
    • Fat: 9
    • Carbohydrates: 32
    • Protein: 26

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    Comments

    1. Carol

      July 22, 2022 at 4:47 pm

      Turned out perfect.

      ★★★★★

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    2. Greg

      July 22, 2022 at 6:36 pm

      Even better than Panda Express tbh

      ★★★★★

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    3. Tim

      July 31, 2022 at 10:05 pm

      Made this for dinner 10/10.

      ★★★★★

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    4. Rich

      September 22, 2022 at 1:59 pm

      Very yummy

      ★★★★★

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    5. Daryl

      September 22, 2022 at 5:11 pm

      Really liked the flavor of the beef. I could eat it multiple times a week.

      ★★★★★

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    6. Vicki

      September 22, 2022 at 5:14 pm

      Made this with you Kylie Jenner ramen and everything turned out great 😊

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