Easy Asian Beef Steak

This simple recipe allows the beef to tenderize and cook while you enjoy time with family or guests.

 

Yields4 Servings
Prep Time5 minsCook Time1 hr 15 minsTotal Time1 hr 20 mins
 1 ½ tsp (7 mL) vegetable oil
 1 lb (500 g) Blade or Cross Rib Simmering Steak
 ¾ cup (175 mL) orange juice
 3 tbsp (45 mL) soy sauce
 3 tbsp (45 mL) ketchup
 1 ½ tbsp (23 mL) ginger root, grated
 ¼ tsp (1 mL) dried chili pepper flakes
 1 ½ tsp (7 mL) cornstarch
1

Heat oil over medium-high heat in medium ovenproof skillet; brown steak, about 2 minutes on each side. Meanwhile, mix orange juice, soy sauce, ketchup, ginger root and chili peppers; pour over steak. Cover and simmer in 325°F (160°) oven for 1-1/4 hours or until tender.

2

Remove steak to cutting board. Place skillet over medium heat; mix cornstarch with 1 tbsp (15 mL) water until smooth; stir into skillet and bring to boil for 1 minute.

3

Slice steak into strips; serve with sauce.

Tip
4

For a more exotic flavour, substitute fish sauce for soy; vary the chili peppers to taste.

Ingredients

 1 ½ tsp (7 mL) vegetable oil
 1 lb (500 g) Blade or Cross Rib Simmering Steak
 ¾ cup (175 mL) orange juice
 3 tbsp (45 mL) soy sauce
 3 tbsp (45 mL) ketchup
 1 ½ tbsp (23 mL) ginger root, grated
 ¼ tsp (1 mL) dried chili pepper flakes
 1 ½ tsp (7 mL) cornstarch

Directions

1

Heat oil over medium-high heat in medium ovenproof skillet; brown steak, about 2 minutes on each side. Meanwhile, mix orange juice, soy sauce, ketchup, ginger root and chili peppers; pour over steak. Cover and simmer in 325°F (160°) oven for 1-1/4 hours or until tender.

2

Remove steak to cutting board. Place skillet over medium heat; mix cornstarch with 1 tbsp (15 mL) water until smooth; stir into skillet and bring to boil for 1 minute.

3

Slice steak into strips; serve with sauce.

Tip
4

For a more exotic flavour, substitute fish sauce for soy; vary the chili peppers to taste.

Easy Asian Beef Steak