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Close-up of dark, glossy Mongolian Beef strips coated in sauce and topped with bright green sliced scallions.

Simple Mongolian Beef


  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A quick recipe for savory Mongolian Beef with a sweet and salty sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 3 green onions, sliced, white and green parts separated

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Set aside.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the sliced steak to the skillet in a single layer, working in batches if necessary, and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the steak and set aside.
  5. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the white parts of the green onions and cook for 30 seconds.
  6. Pour the reserved sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer.
  7. Whisk the cornstarch slurry again and slowly pour it into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  8. Return the cooked steak to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
  9. Stir in the green parts of the green onions just before serving.

Notes

  • Serve immediately over steamed white or brown rice.
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 750
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 28
  • Cholesterol: 85

Keywords: Mongolian Beef, beef stir-fry, quick dinner, Asian beef, flank steak