Irresistible Mongolian Beef
Irresistible Mongolian Beef is a delightful stir-fry that perfectly combines sweet and savory flavors in every bite. This dish features tender flank steak marinated in a rich sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, and fresh ginger, all topped with crunchy green onions. Perfect for a cozy dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to impress and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb flank steak
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth (low-sodium)
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips. Marinate in soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated beef strips in batches until browned (3-4 minutes per batch). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if needed, then pour in soy sauce, brown sugar, and beef broth. Stir until the sugar dissolves and sauce thickens (3-5 minutes).
- Return beef to the skillet with accumulated juices; toss to coat in the sauce. Add sliced green onions.
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining sauce over the beef.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg