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Easy Mongolian Beef

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This Easy Mongolian Beef is a savory and quick dish made with tender beef in a sweet and savory sauce. Infused with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and can be served over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps for a versatile meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil (plus 2 tablespoons, divided)
  • ½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • ½ cup less sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
  • ⅓ cup cornstarch
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: Slice the flank steak into thin ¼-inch slices. Toss the beef with cornstarch and shake off any excess. Set aside.
  2. Make the Sauce: Heat 2 teaspoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add minced ginger and garlic, cooking for 1 minute. Add soy sauce, water, and brown sugar, and bring to a boil. Let simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
  3. Cook the Beef: Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a separate pan over medium-high heat. Cook the beef in small batches for about 2 minutes per batch until browned.
  4. Combine Beef and Sauce: Add the browned beef back into the skillet with the sauce and heat over medium heat until hot and bubbly.
  5. Final Touches: Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or as desired.

Notes

  • Substitute other cuts of beef (sirloin, rib-eye) or even chicken, turkey, or tofu.
  • For heat, add red pepper flakes, chili paste, or sriracha to the sauce.
  • For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice or quinoa.

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