Description
Taiwanese Beef Rolls are a mouthwatering street food delight that brings the authentic taste of Taiwan right to your kitchen. Picture tender, marinated beef wrapped in flaky scallion pancakes, complemented by fresh herbs and a spicy kick. Each bite promises a burst of flavor, making these rolls perfect for casual meals or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and customize, they’re a crowd-pleaser that will transport you straight to the vibrant night markets of Taipei.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef flank steak, thinly sliced
- 4 scallion pancakes (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 scallions, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: In a bowl, combine sliced flank steak with soy sauce, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the scallion pancakes: If making homemade pancakes, roll out the dough thinly and sprinkle with chopped scallions before frying until golden brown. For store-bought, heat according to package instructions.
- Cook the beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated beef strips. Sear for about 3-4 minutes until browned and juicy.
- Assemble the rolls: Place a hot scallion pancake on a plate, add cooked beef strips, sprinkle with extra scallions, and drizzle with chili sauce. Roll tightly.
- Slice & serve: Cut each roll into bite-sized pieces and serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Taiwanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg