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Mongolian Beef Recipe

Mongolian Beef Recipe
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This mouthwatering Mongolian Beef recipe is loaded with bold flavor and comes together fast! Sweet, savory and with a subtle, spicy kick, it’s better than your favorite takeout! Serve with rice for an easy, irresistible dinner the whole family will love!

Ingredients

Mongolian Beef Sauce

  • 2 teaspoons ginger paste
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce, low sodium
  • ⅓ cup water

Beef

  • 1 pound flank steak or skirt steak
  • ¼ cup corn starch
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Garnish (Optional)

  • 3 green onions, green parts only, cut into 1–2 inch pieces on the diagonal
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Serve With (Optional)

  • 2–3 cups cooked rice

Instructions

  1. Prepare Mongolian Beef Sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together the ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, brown sugar, soy sauce, and water. Set aside.
  2. Cook Beef – Cut the steak into ¼ inch or thinner pieces. Add cornstarch to a large ziplock bag, then add steak pieces, shake to coat. Heat oil in a skillet, cook beef in batches, then set aside. Reduce heat, add sauce to pan, bring to a boil, add beef, cook to thicken sauce. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice.

Notes

  • Refrigerator: If you have leftover beef, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freezer: Store the cooked beef (without the sauce) in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in a skillet or microwave.
  • Make Ahead: Slice and coat the beef in cornstarch in advance, store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Prepare the sauce ahead of time and store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: To reheat, place the beef in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce. You can also microwave it, but be sure to cover it to prevent drying out.

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