Kung Pao Beef Tostada

Ingredients

  • 12 Each 6" Red Corn Tortillas (10611)
  • 1 1/2 Lbs. Flank Steak, pounded thin
  • 1 1/2 cup Flank Steak Marinade,
  • as needed Vegetable Oil
  • 6 Oz. Green Peppers, diced
  • 6 Oz. Red Pepper, diced
  • 6 Oz. Onion, diced
  • 24 Oz. Kung Pao Sauce, see related recipe
  • 24 Oz. Udon Noodles, cooked
  • 6 Oz. Carrots, shreds, quick pickled
  • 6 Oz. Radishes, shreds, quick pickled
  • 6 Oz. Peanuts, toasted
  • as needed Scallions, thinly sliced

Directions

  1. Combine flank steak and marinade and allow to marinate overnight, under refrigeration.
  2. Thinly slice the beef, and combine peppers with onions. Preheat deep fryer to 350°F.
  3. To serve: Preheat a deep-fryer to 350°F and fry a tortilla for approximately 30-40 seconds or until bubbling stops and desired color is achieved. Drain onto paper towels. In a hot wok with vegetable oil, add 1½ oz. peppers and onion mixture, and 2 oz. sliced beef. Sauté until meat is cooked through and vegetables have softened. Add Kung Pao sauce and 2 oz. noodles, and simmer until slightly thickened. Top the tortilla with the stir-fry mixture. Finish the dish with ½ oz. each pickled carrots, pickled radish, and peanuts. Garnish with scallions and serve.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cup Dark Soy Sauce
  • 2/3 cup Rice Vinegar
  • 2/3 cup Chicken Stock
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. Garlic, chopped
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. Ginger, peeled
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. Chile Paste
  • 4 Tbsp. Brown Sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. Szechuan Peppers, minced

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Reserve refrigerated.