Name: Mongolian Beef Recipe
Ingredients: 1 pound flank steak (or sirloin steak), thinly sliced against the grain; ¼ cup cornstarch; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking); ½ cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred); ¼ cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (optional, for extra depth of flavor); 3-4 green onions, chopped (for garnish); ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Description

Make Mongolian Beef at home with tender beef, soy sauce, garlic, and a sweet-savory glaze. A quick and flavorful dinner option!

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound flank steak (or sirloin steak), thinly sliced against the grain
¼ cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking)
½ cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (optional, for extra depth of flavor)
3–4 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

Prepare the Beef: Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain. Place the sliced beef in a bowl and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
Sear the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches, searing each side for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and hoisin sauce (if using). Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Combine the Beef and Sauce: Return the seared beef to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beef is well coated and heated through.
Serve: Transfer the beef to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions and red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately over steamed rice or your favorite side dish.