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Mongolian Beef
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak, sliced into thin strips
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced flank steak with 1/4 cup of cornstarch until evenly coated.
- In a wok or large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over high heat.
- Add the coated beef strips to the hot oil and cook until crispy and browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the low-sodium soy sauce, water, and brown sugar, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the cooked beef to the wok and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beef is heated through and the sauce has thickened.
- Stir in the sliced green onions, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.
- Serve the Mongolian beef hot over steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy!
Mongolian Beef is a popular Chinese-American dish featuring tender strips of beef, stir-fried with scallions and a savory-sweet sauce. Despite its name, it's not a traditional Mongolian dish, but rather a creation of Chinese chefs in the United States. The dish is believed to have originated in Taiwanese restaurants in the 1950s, and its popularity spread across the country. Today, it can be found on the menus of many Chinese restaurants worldwide. The key to a great Mongolian Beef lies in the tender, flavorful beef and the balance of sweet and savory flavors in the sauce. Some chefs add a hint of heat with chili peppers, giving the dish a spicy kick. For the best Mongolian Beef, look for a restaurant with a skilled chef who can perfectly balance the flavors and textures of the dish.
30 min
4
380 calories
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