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Mongolian Beef Delight

Mongolian Beef Delight

Learn to make authentic Mongolian Beef Delight at home in 30 minutes. Tender beef, crisp peppers & sweet-savory sauce beats takeout. Easy recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g beef flank steak or sirloin, or stew meat
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup neutral oil like vegetable or avocado oil
  • 4 green onions green parts only, cut into 5 cm pieces
  • 3 bell peppers sliced into strips
  • 1 large onion cut into 1/4-inch thick half-moons
  • 2 tsp ginger powder or double for fresh grated ginger
  • 4-5 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp Sriracha sauce adjust for your preferred heat level

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed skillet or wok
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tongs or wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Place thinly sliced beef and cornstarch into a large ziplock bag, seal, and shake to coat.
  2. Heat a large pan or wok over high heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom.
  3. Add bell pepper strips to the hot oil and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until softened and charred, then remove to a bowl.
  4. Add onions to the same pan and cook until caramelized, then remove to join the peppers.
  5. Add remaining oil to the pan, then sear the coated beef in batches for about 60 seconds per side until golden brown, transferring each batch to a clean plate.
  6. Pour out most oil from the pan, leaving browned bits, then add soy sauce, water, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. Bring to boil and reduce sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Return seared beef to the pan, stir to coat with sauce, and let simmer for a minute.
  8. Add back the peppers, onions, and fresh green onion, and stir to heat everything through.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For a fun twist, try adding pineapple chunks or substituting the beef with chicken for a variation. Enjoy!
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