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Mongolian Beef served with broccoli, showcasing a thick Asian-inspired sauce.

Mongolian Beef

A cozy, sweet, and savory beef dish with a glossy sauce, perfect for a quick dinner at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound flank steak or sirloin Thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch For coating the beef
For the Mongolian Sauce
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce Salty base
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Sticky sweetness
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Minced
  • 1/4 cup water To loosen the sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch For thickening the sauce
For Serving
  • 4 cups steamed jasmine rice Or fried rice
  • 2 tablespoons green onions Sliced, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds Optional, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the beef thinly against the grain and toss it in cornstarch.
  2. Mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and water in a small pan.
  3. Heat the mixture until sugar is dissolved and combined.
  4. Prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch with cold water then stir into the sauce.
Cooking
  1. Warm the sauce until it bubbles and thickens slightly.
  2. In a hot pan, sear the coated beef in batches, ensuring not to crowd the pan.
  3. Once browned, quickly toss in the sauce and cook for an additional minute.
Serving
  1. Serve the beef over a scoop of rice or noodles.
  2. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

For additional flavor variations, try adding red pepper flakes or veggies like broccoli and bell peppers. Serve with chili oil for those who prefer heat.