Best Easy Sichuan Boiled Beef Recipe

Thinly sliced beef is poached in a fiery broth of chili bean paste and Sichuan peppercorn, then doused with sizzling chili oil. This high protein dish is surprisingly keto-friendly and makes a dramatic family dinner centerpiece.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 320 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • beef sirloin 1 lb
  • bean sprouts 2 cups
  • baby bok choy 2 cups
  • green onion 3 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • chili bean paste (doubanjiang) 3 tbsp
  • garlic 6 cloves
  • ginger 1 tbsp
  • Sichuan peppercorn 2 tsp
  • soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • chili oil 4 tbsp
  • vegetable oil 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 9 g 11%
Protein 29 g 36%
Fat 17 g 53%
Serving size 250g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Slice beef sirloin thinly across the grain; set aside while prepping vegetables.

  2. 2

    Blanch bean sprouts and baby bok choy in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and arrange in a deep serving dish.

  3. 3

    Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high; saute garlic and ginger, then add chili bean paste and Sichuan peppercorn. Cook until aromatic but not burnt, about 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Pour in 4 cups water and soy sauce, bring the broth to boil; reduce to simmer and add sliced beef, stirring gently to cook through just until tender (about 1 minute).

  5. 5

    Carefully transfer beef and broth over vegetables; heat chili oil in a small pan until sizzling, then drizzle directly onto dish for dramatic fragrance. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The thinly sliced beef sirloin is the core ingredient, giving the dish its high-protein foundation and tender texture. The chili bean paste and Sichuan peppercorn are essential for imparting the signature spicy, tingly flavors unique to Sichuan cuisine.
Q. How can I avoid overcooking the beef?
Be sure to add the beef to the simmering broth and cook just until the slices turn opaque and tender—usually 1 minute or less. Overcooking will make the beef tough, so controlling the heat and timing is crucial for a succulent result.
Q. What creates the dramatic flavor and aroma in this dish?
A combination of chili bean paste and Sichuan peppercorn infuses the broth with heat and numbing notes, while the finishing drizzle of sizzling chili oil over the beef and vegetables releases an intense aroma that defines Sichuan boiled beef.
Q. How many calories and protein are in each serving?
Each serving contains approximately 320 kcal and 29g protein, making it a high-protein dish. The fat ratio is 53%, carb ratio is 11%, and protein ratio is 36%—suitable for keto and low-carb diets.
Q. Which ingredient prevents the dish from being vegetarian?
The recipe's use of beef sirloin is the defining non-vegetarian component. All other ingredients—vegetables, chili bean paste, aromatics, and oils—are plant-based, but the dish centers around beef for protein and flavor.
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