Description
Mongolian Beef is a delicious dish that combines tender flank steak with a sweet and savory sauce, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup scallions, chopped
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain and marinate it in soy sauce for 15-30 minutes.
- Coat the marinated beef in cornstarch until fully covered.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the beef in the skillet for 3-5 minutes until browned on one side, then set aside.
- Sauté garlic and ginger in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Add brown sugar and water to the skillet and stir until sugar dissolves.
- Combine the cooked beef with the sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add chopped scallions and cook for an additional minute.
- Serve hot over rice or with vegetables.
Notes
For a healthier option, you can add more vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli. Adjust sweetness and try different marinades for variations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mongolian Beef, Stir Fry, Quick Dinner, Asian Cuisine