Description
Mongolian Beef is a mouthwatering Asian-inspired dish that combines tender strips of flank steak with a rich and savory sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic. This delightful recipe balances sweet and salty flavors, creating an unforgettable meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. In just 35 minutes, you can serve up this comforting dish over rice or noodles, making it a versatile favorite among families. Easy to customize with your choice of vegetables, Mongolian Beef promises to impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for authentic Asian cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the beef by tossing it with cornstarch in a bowl. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated beef in batches until browned (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ground ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl. Pour into the skillet and bring to a simmer.
- Return cooked beef to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in chopped green onions and season to taste before serving over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg