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Mongolian Beef – Sweet, Savory & Stir-Fried to Perfection

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Tender beef stir-fried and coated in a sweet, savory, and garlicky soy-based sauce — this Mongolian Beef is a classic takeout favorite made at home in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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For the Beef:

  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain

  • ¼ cup cornstarch

  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil

For the Sauce:

  • 1 tbsp minced garlic

  • 1 tsp minced ginger

  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce

  • ½ cup water or beef broth

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • Optional: 1 tsp hoisin sauce, ½ tsp sesame oil

  • 3–4 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  • Toss sliced beef with cornstarch. Let sit 10 minutes.

  • Heat oil and fry beef in batches until crispy. Set aside.

  • In same pan, sauté garlic and ginger. Add soy sauce, water, sugar, and optional extras. Simmer 2–3 min.

  • Return beef to sauce and stir to coat. Add green onions. Cook 1–2 more min.

  • Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt. Add spice if desired. Great for meal prep or quick dinners.

Find it online: https://goldenflavorstudio.com/mongolian-beef-sweet-savory-stir-fried-to-perfection/