Crispy Beef & Snap Pea Wild Rice Bowl
Crisp shredded beef and sugar snap peas in a tangy soy glaze over wild rice.
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 50 min
- Total
- 1 hr 10 min
- Makes
- 4 bowls
Cutting flank steak into thin strips and shallow-frying them in a cornstarch coating makes them crisp at the edges, a bit like crispy beef from a Chinese restaurant. Snap peas are added at the last minute so they stay sweet and crunchy, and wild rice gives a chewy, nutty contrast.
Why this recipe works
Thin strips have more edges to crisp, and the cornstarch coating crisps and helps the glaze stick. Brief cooking keeps the snap peas sweet.
Ingredient notes
Wild rice needs plenty of water and time. Partially freezing the steak makes thin strips easier.
Common mistakes
- Cooking snap peas too long, which dulls their color and crunch.
- Adding all the beef at once.
What to serve with it
Sliced scallions and sesame seeds.
Meal prep
Reheat in a skillet to re-crisp the beef.
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Cooking tips
Fry in batches to keep the oil hot. Toss the glaze quickly so the beef stays crisp.
Swaps and variations
Use sirloin strips. Use brown rice or a wild rice blend for faster cooking.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate within 2 hours for up to 4 days. Reheat until hot.
Recipe
Crispy Beef & Snap Pea Wild Rice Bowl
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 50 min
- Total
- 1 hr 10 min
- Makes
- 4 bowls
Ingredients
You’ll need: large skillet or wok; medium saucepan; instant-read thermometer
Method
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Simmer the wild rice in the water 45 to 50 minutes, until tender with some split grains. Drain.
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Whisk the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey and sesame oil.
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Toss the beef strips with the cornstarch.
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the beef in two batches, 3 to 4 minutes each, stirring now and then, until crisp at the edges. Transfer to a plate.
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Pour off all but 1 tablespoon oil. Add the snap peas and garlic and stir-fry 2 minutes, until bright green.
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Add the sauce and the beef, toss 1 minute until glazed.
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Serve over the wild rice.
Questions
Can I air-fry the beef?
Yes, at 400°F (200°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking halfway.
Is wild rice gluten-free?
Yes, but use tamari for a gluten-free bowl.
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