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Mongolian Beef

Mongolian Beef
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This Mongolian Beef recipe delivers a bold, tender, and umami-packed dish that comes together in under 30 minutes. Featuring thinly sliced beef coated in a sticky, sweet-savory sauce, it’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners and pairs wonderfully with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.

Ingredients

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Beef and Coating

  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (or honey/maple syrup for sweetness variation)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup water or beef broth

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 green onions, sliced thin

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Slice the Beef: Slice the flank steak or sirloin thinly against the grain for tenderness. Toss the beef slices with cornstarch until they are lightly coated to give a slight crispy texture when cooked.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water or beef broth until the sugar dissolves fully to form the rich, flavorful sauce.
  3. Cook the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding, searing quickly until browned and crisp on the edges. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside to preserve tenderness.
  4. Combine and Simmer: Pour the prepared sauce into the hot skillet and simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss well to coat each slice evenly with the glossy sauce.
  5. Finish with Green Onions: Stir in sliced green onions just before serving to add freshness and vibrant color. Serve your Mongolian Beef over steamed rice, noodles, or your preferred side.

Notes

  • Freeze the beef for 20 minutes before slicing to ensure uniform thin slices.
  • Cook beef in batches to prevent steaming and allow proper searing.
  • Adjust the amount of brown sugar according to your desired level of sweetness.
  • Use fresh garlic and ginger rather than powders for the best flavor.
  • Mongolian Beef is best served immediately for optimal texture and taste.

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Keywords: Mongolian Beef, quick dinner, beef stir-fry, easy recipe, gluten-free option, sweet and savory beef

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