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Easy Sticky Mongolian Beef

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A quick and flavorful Mongolian beef recipe with a sticky, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • ¼ cup (30 g) cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • ½ cup (120 ml) low sodium soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup (70 g) packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup (120 ml) water
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 3 stalks green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Slice 1 lb flank steak thinly against the grain into ¼-inch strips. Toss the beef strips in ¼ cup cornstarch until lightly coated. Set aside for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup low sodium soy sauce, ⅓ cup packed brown sugar, ½ cup water, and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional). Stir until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add beef strips in a single layer (cook in batches if needed). Cook 2-3 minutes per side until browned and slightly crispy. Remove beef and drain excess oil on paper towels.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour prepared sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  6. Return cooked beef to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until beef absorbs sauce and is heated through.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over steamed rice or with stir-fried vegetables.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari and cornstarch with arrowroot powder. Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Cook beef in batches to avoid overcrowding and steaming. Add a splash of water if sauce thickens too much. Leftovers reheat best in a skillet with a splash of water.

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Keywords: Mongolian beef, sticky beef, quick dinner, weeknight meal, easy recipe, Asian beef stir-fry

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