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Mongolian Beef

Savory Mongolian Beef: Quick Homemade Comfort in 30 Minutes

Enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of Mongolian Beef with this quick recipe that's ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Flank Steak Slice thinly against the grain.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Coat beef for crispy texture.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Use dark brown sugar for richer taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Minced, for flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, essential aromatic.
To Serve
  • 3 cups Steamed Rice White or brown rice.
  • Optional Vegetables Broccolini, bell peppers, or snap peas.

Equipment

  • Wok
  • sharp knife
  • Medium Bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain, aim for strips about 1/4 inch thick, then coat with cornstarch.
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic in a medium bowl, then let sit for a few minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add oil, and stir-fry beef in small batches for 2-3 minutes until browned.
  4. Pour sauce into the same pan and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Return beef to the pan, toss in the sauce, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until well-coated. Serve over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added tenderness, marinate beef in soy sauce and a touch of baking soda for 30 minutes before coating.

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