Description
This tender Mongolian beef recipe yields succulent strips of flank steak stir-fried with a savory, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce, served over rice or noodles. It’s quick to prepare and full of bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Beef Marinade:
- 1.5 lbs flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice level)
- For Stir-Frying:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade:
- In a bowl, combine the sliced flank steak with 1/4 cup soy sauce, cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Toss to coat evenly and let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, water, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Beef:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables:
- In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Stir-fry the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and onion for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Combine and Finish:
- Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the sauce and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until everything is coated and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve:
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
For extra tenderness, cut the steak thinly and avoid overcooking. Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level. This dish pairs well with steamed broccoli or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian-Fusion
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 28g