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Mongolian Beef Delight

Mongolian Beef Delight

Discover the magic of Mongolian Beef Delight with this easy recipe. Perfectly tender beef in a sweet and savory sauce ready in under 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g flank steak sliced against the grain
  • 2 tsp neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or avocado)
  • 2 tsp Shaoxing wine or dry sherry (optional)
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup warm water or low-sodium chicken/beef broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch for coating the beef
  • 2/3 cup neutral oil for searing the beef
  • 1 tsp minced ginger
  • 8 unit dried red chilies (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 4 green onions whites and greens separated, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1.5 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Bowls for mixing
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the marinade ingredients with the sliced beef. Mix well and let it sit for an hour.
  2. While the beef marinates, mix the sauce ingredients in a small bowl until the brown sugar dissolves completely.
  3. After marinating, toss the beef slices in cornstarch until lightly coated, shaking off excess.
  4. Heat oil in a wok over high heat and sear the beef slices in batches until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  5. Pour out most of the oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Reheat the wok and add ginger, dried chilies, garlic, and white parts of green onions, stirring for 15 seconds.
  6. Pour in the prepared sauce and simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken.
  7. Add the beef and green onion tops, tossing everything together for 30 seconds until well coated. Serve immediately with steamed rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 27gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

To make slicing easier, freeze the flank steak for 20 minutes before cutting.
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of water if necessary.
Customize the spice level by adjusting the number of dried chilies or omitting them entirely.
For healthier alternatives, consider turkey or chicken for leaner protein and use low-sodium soy sauce.
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