Chinese Beef Chili Dry Recipe

One of these expressions is "Gari main thousand", which is a characteristic of the Pakistani experience. It simply means to stuff yourself into the car. It doesn't convey the excitement of 25 children packing themselves into cars and heading out to Chinese food. The traditional red and golden decorations of Chinese restaurants would greet us as we arrived at our destination. These places are known for assembling large tables in a matter of minutes. It would soon be time to enjoy the Chicken Corn Soup, which is a must-have. Then it was time to wait eagerly for the sizzlers, the hot beef dishes that are literally smoking and sizzling as they move over. Someone would always sneak in a piece of extra charred meat to burn their tongue. It is possible that I am the one trying to steal a piece from the Beef Chili Dry.

I didn't know that this type of Chinese existed in the Hakka region. This was Chinese food to me. My brother explained to me what Hakka food was when I arrived in the USA. I listened intently but didn't really understand what it meant until I went to college. That was when I ordered my first Chinese take-out. It was devoid of green or dried chilies, or any chilly at all. Aah. The Beef Chili Dry does not contain red chilies. However, the green ones are essential.

My mother's recipe for Beef Chili Dry. This is a dish my mother made many times for us and one I've made many times but never had enough of. It is also not something that can be stored for ever. It is usually served with non-fried Chinese Rice or Hong Kong Chicken. Both recipes will be shared soon.

China-Pakistan Connection

Before I get to the recipe for Beef Chili Dry, I thought it would be a good idea to mention that Pakistan's shared border with China is why Chinese restaurants have been an integral part the Pakistani food scene. This has led to close trade ties with Pakistan and the establishment of a community called Pakistan home. Pakistani Chinese restaurants have traditionally been owned by Chinese Pakistanis.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. strips of thinly sliced beef

Marinade Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 egg white whipped
  • 1 teaspoon oil

Stir fry ingredients

  • 2 cloves of garlic (crushed, minced or crushed)
  • 2 Green Peppers, cut into strips
  • 4-6 Green Chilies, cut in strips
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 tbsp vinegar
  • Oil for cooking

Instructions

Marinate the beef strip for 30 minutes in the marinade.

Stir fry the garlic in a little oil until it begins to sizzle.

Stir fry the beef. I like to get caramelly bits

Continue to move the beef in the wok around so it doesn’t stick together. It cooks quickly.

Stir fry the green peppers and chilies along with the rest of the ingredients on high for 2 to 3 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with vinegar, salt, and pepper. I always add more!

Notes

This is a quick and easy recipe that can be prepared quickly. It's best if you make it fresh.

Location: Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

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