Description
Enjoy this quick and flavorful Mongolian Beef recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Tender slices of sirloin steak are coated in a savory-sweet sauce with hints of ginger and garlic, perfect for serving over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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Steak:
- 1 1/2 pound 1-inch thick sirloin steak
Coating:
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 4 tablespoon garlic, minced
- Red pepper flakes or chili oil
Sauce:
- 1/3 cup reduced sodium tamari sauce (for gluten-free) or soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
Additional:
- 8 stalks scallions, green parts only, cut into 2-inch pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Slice steak, flatten, and coat with cornstarch.
- Cook the Steak: Sear in oil, then set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Cook ginger, garlic, and spice.
- Make the Sauce: Add tamari, water, and sugar; simmer.
- Combine: Return steak to pan, thicken sauce, add scallions.
- Serve: Enjoy over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps.
