Savory Mongolian Beef

Elenor Craig

Embark on a culinary journey with this savory Mongolian Beef recipe, a dish that marries the robust flavors of traditional Chinese cuisine with a modern twist. The dish presents a harmonious blend of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, complemented by tender strips of beef. It's a recipe rich with history and taste, perfect for a sumptuous dinner experience.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Course Main Course

Cuisine East / Southeast Asian

Servings bowls

Calories 421 kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

500 grams beef flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
¼ cup cornstarch

Sauce

½ cup light soy sauce
¼ cup water
¼ cup dark brown sugar packed
3 cloves garlic minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger minced

For Cooking

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 whole green onions sliced into 1-inch pieces

Instructions

Coat the thinly sliced beef in a 1/4 cup of cornstarch. Ensure each strip is evenly coated, then let it sit for 10 minutes.
In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup light soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, minced garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the brown sugar melts and the sauce is slightly thickened, about 4-5 minutes.
Pour 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil into a large skillet or wok and heat over high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the beef in batches, ensuring not to crowd the pan. Sauté until the beef is crispy and browned on the edges, approximately 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium, and reintroduce the beef to the skillet along with the prepared sauce and sliced green onions. Toss until the beef is well-coated and the onions are just wilted, about 2 minutes.

Notes

For a more intense flavor, marinate the beef in the soy sauce mix (excluding sugar) for 15 minutes before coating with cornstarch. Use Tamari for a gluten-free option.

Nutrition

Calories: 421kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 1691mgPotassium: 430mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 26IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 3mg

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