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Mongolian Beef

Mongolian Beef Made Easy: Quick & Delicious Weeknight Dinner

Indulge in this quick and delicious Mongolian Beef recipe, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mongolian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Flank Steak slice against the grain
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch for coating
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce (low-sodium) adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar light or dark
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
Optional Add-Ins
  • Vegetables e.g., broccoli or bell peppers
  • Alternative Proteins e.g., chicken or tofu

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mongolian Beef
  1. Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain and dredge in cornstarch. Set aside and prepare sauce ingredients.
  2. Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef slices and sauté until crispy and browned, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  4. Return beef to the skillet and pour in the sauce. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
  5. Serve over steamed rice and add stir-fried vegetables if desired. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.

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