Mongolian Beef
Mongolian beef is a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With tender strips of flank steak marinated in a rich sauce and complemented by vibrant green onions, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough for gatherings, Mongolian beef promises an explosion of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
- 4 green onions, chopped (white and green parts)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Add sliced flank steak and let it marinate for 30 minutes.
- Cook the beef: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated beef in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
- Sauté vegetables: Remove the beef from the skillet and add green onions. Sauté briefly until softened (1-2 minutes).
- Create the sauce: Pour leftover marinade into the skillet with green onions and simmer until thickened. Return cooked beef to the skillet and stir to coat evenly.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with extra green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg