Quick and Flavorful 30-Minute Mongolian Beef
A tasty homemade Mongolian beef dish ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free option available
Ingredients
- 1 pound thinly cut steak (flank or sirloin)
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the thinly cut steak in a single layer and cook for about 3-4 minutes until browned before flipping.
- Once browned, stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the soy sauce and brown sugar, stirring well to combine.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for about 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Serve your Mongolian beef over rice or gluten-free noodles, garnished with sliced green onions.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of regular soy sauce. Thin slices of beef ensure tenderness and quick cooking.