20 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
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Quick Mongolian Beef
75% authentic · Chinese-American
A simplified version of Mongolian Beef that uses fewer ingredients and a quicker cooking process, perfect for a weeknight meal without sacrificing too much flavor.
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Ingredients
- Beef sirloin or flank steak1 lb
- Soy sauce1/3 cup
- Brown sugar2 tbsp
- Cornstarch1 tbsp
- Garlic powder1 tsp
- Ginger powder1/2 tsp
- Scallions3, chopped
- Vegetable oil2 tbsp
- Water1/4 cup
Steps
- 1
Slice beef thinly against the grain. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic powder, ginger powder, and water until smooth.
- 2
Add beef to the sauce mixture and toss to coat. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- 3
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- 4
Add beef and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Add chopped scallions during the last minute of cooking.
- 5
Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
- 6
Serve hot.
