Mongolian Beef Recipe

Marinate the Beef

Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips. In a bowl, combine soy sauce and brown sugar. Add the beef strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare the Cornstarch

In a separate bowl, toss the marinated beef with cornstarch until evenly coated. This will help to create a crispy texture when cooked.

Chop Garlic and Ginger

Mince the garlic cloves and ginger. Set aside for cooking.

Chop Green Onions

Slice the green onions diagonally into small pieces, separating the green and white parts.

Heat the Oil

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.

Cook the Beef

Add the coated beef strips to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes without stirring, until browned. Flip the beef and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Sauté Garlic and Ginger

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Combine and Cook

Return the beef to the skillet. Add the white parts of the green onions and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Garnish and Serve

Serve hot, garnished with green onion tops, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes if desired.