Description
Quick and delicious easy Mongolian beef featuring tender sirloin steak coated in a savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1½ lb sirloin steak, sliced into ¼-inch thick pieces
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- Red pepper flakes (to taste)
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup water
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 green onions (green parts only)
Instructions
- Start by slicing the steak into ¼-inch thick slices and cover them with plastic wrap. Gently pound the slices with a meat mallet to tenderize.
- Place the sliced steak in a ziplock bag, add cornstarch, and massage to coat evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the steak slices in a single layer for 30 seconds per side, working in batches to prevent overcrowding.
- Remove the cooked steak and season with salt.
- In the same pan, sauté ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes for 10-15 seconds.
- Add soy sauce, water, and brown sugar to the pan and bring to a boil.
- Return the steak to the pan and cook for an additional 20-30 seconds until the sauce thickens.
- Turn off the heat, add sliced green onions, and mix well.
- Serve over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps.
Notes
Adjust the level of ginger and garlic according to your taste. Experiment with adding vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for added color and nutrition.