Description

Mongolian Beef is a delicious blend of tender flank steak with a sweet and savory sauce, making it a perfect dish for busy nights or cozy gatherings. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, using fresh garlic, ginger, and green onions, it’s your new favorite homemade dinner alternative to takeout!

Ingredients

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1 pound flank steak sliced thin against the grain
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar packed
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon minced ginger
4 green onions cut into one inch pieces, with the whites and greens separated

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Instructions

In a large bowl, toss the flank steak with cornstarch to coat evenly and set aside.
Whisk together the water, soy sauce, brown sugar, and additional cornstarch in a small bowl and set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meat in batches for about 3 to 5 minutes each, avoiding overcrowding. Once cooked, transfer the beef to a plate and cover with foil. Drain off the excess oil, leaving 1 tablespoon in the pan.
Add minced garlic, ginger, and the whites of the green onions to the skillet, sauté until fragrant, ensuring the garlic doesn't burn.
Pour the sauce mixture into the pan, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Return the beef to the skillet, tossing to combine, and garnish with the remaining green onions. Serve over rice.

Notes

For extra tenderness, marinate the flank steak in soy sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
Serve with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar according to your taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 370
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 50mg