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The BEST Mongolian Beef Recipe

The BEST Mongolian Beef Recipe for Home-Cooked Delight

The BEST Mongolian Beef Recipe combines tender beef with a rich, glossy sauce for a quick and flavorful dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound flank or sirloin steak can swap with ribeye or other tender cuts
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps tenderize the beef
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch creates a crispy coating
For the Marinade
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt sea salt is a good alternative
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for marinade & frying
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium is a healthier option
  • 2 tablespoons mirin cooking sake can be used if mirin isn’t available
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce contributes umami flavor
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce substitute with extra oyster sauce if desired
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar white sugar or coconut sugar can work
For Aromatics
  • 3 cloves garlic fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 inch ginger can use ground ginger
  • 3 stalks green onions use both white and green parts
  • 2 pieces dried red chilies adjust based on heat preference

Equipment

  • Wok
  • Medium Bowl
  • sharp knife
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by slicing flank or sirloin steak into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick, and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine baking soda, cornstarch, kosher salt, vegetable oil, soy sauce, and mirin. Whisk until smooth, then add sliced beef and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Set aside.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry marinated beef in batches for 2-3 minutes until browned, then set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add minced garlic, grated ginger, green onion whites, and dried red chilies. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return the cooked beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer Mongolian Beef for about 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve hot over rice, garnished with green onion tops.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Cut against the grain for optimal tenderness and don’t overcrowd the pan for perfect caramelization.

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