Mongolian Beef Recipe
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Ingredients
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Beef
Marinade
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Slice the Beef
Thinly slice the flank steak against the grain into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Marinate the Beef
In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Add the sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring it's well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
- 3
Prepare the Sauce
In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, water, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- 4
Cook the Beef
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil, then add the marinated beef in batches, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 5
Stir-Fry Vegetables
In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed, then add the sliced bell pepper and chopped green onions. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- 6
Combine Everything
Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables, stirring well to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Serving
- 7
Serve
Remove from heat and serve the Mongolian beef hot over steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy!
