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Mongolian Beef – A super fast (under 20 minutes), and healthy Asian beef stir fry. Faster and better than calling for take out
I am big fan of Cooking Light. They always have recipes that my whole family will enjoy, and they are good for you. The November issue came and it was the best recipes of the last 25 years. So there was plenty of recipes I missed, but some that I remember seeing and wanting to try the first time around.
Some of my favorite recipes, like Shrimp Cakes come from Cooking Light. And this Mongolian Beef is no exception.
This was one of the firsts I tried. You all know I am a fan of stir fry, and Asian style dinners. Garlic Beef Noodle Bowls are a staple in this house. We have a freezer full of beef, so this was an easy decision to try right away. I served mine over rice instead of the suggested rice noodles.
It same together in less than 20 minutes, so it worked out great for a night we had football practice. Kung Pao Chicken is another favorite, because you can use up any veggies you have in the fridge. And you can have dinner on the table in minutes.
I have not ever had Mongolian Beef before, but now I look forward to trying it next time we order Chinese. There was lots of flavor in the sauce, the meat was tender, and it was something everyone liked. Even my 7 year old who doesn’t really like steak ate this. My husband appreciated having the leftovers for lunch the next couple days as well.
Lots of better than take out recipes to try! Szechuan Chicken looks like something my family would love. And these Chicken and Pork Potstickers are the best way to start any Asian meal. And I can tell you the next time I pick up beef on sale this Asian Rice and Beef Stir Fry will be on the menu.
Mongolian Beef
Ingredients
- 1 pound sirloin steak, sliced thinly across the grain
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tablespoons grated ginger
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon chile garlic paste
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Toss together sliced steak with cornstarch until well coated1 pound sirloin steak, 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Heat oil in large skillet over high heat. Add steak and cook for 3-4 minutes, until browned.1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
- Add the garlic and ginger to the beef and cook for 1-2 minutes until you can start to smell the garlic.4 cloves garlic, 2 Tablespoons grated ginger
- Meanwhile mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, chile garlic sauce and sesame oil. Pour over beef and bring to a boil.1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 Tablespoon chile garlic paste, 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the beef is cooked to your desired doneness.
- Remove from the heat and serve over white rice topped with green onions and sesame seeds.2 cups cooked white rice, 2 green onions, sesame seeds
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Oh darn. I just made something similar for lunch today. I wish I had seen this in time! It looks great and I love that I have all the ingredients. That’s always a plus. 🙂
Love that you secured a healthy version. Always a favorite when we go to PF Changs. Looks tasty!!
Oooh, I haven’t had a chance to look through the November issue yet but I am definitely trying this recipe! I’ve never had a restaurant version of this dish but I made a different recipe at home over the summer and loved it.
This looks great, Erin! Love restaurant dishes at home, they are almost always healthier, and tastier. Love how quick this is!
Quick and flavorful-that’s the kind of dinner I like. Thanks for this wonderful recipe:) (I’m still getting through the Oct issue!)
Cooking Light recipes were some of the first I tried when I was learning how to cook–they were always winners. Your Mongolian Beef sounds delish!
My boys love steak in just about every form 🙂 Great flavors here…looks wonderful!
Made this tonight, it was very good!
HEY I CANT GET THE hoisin sauce BY WHAT SHALL I REPLACE?
You can order the Hoisin sauce online, and I can find it at my Walmart and Target grocery stores in the Asian aisle. I have not tried this substitute – but I found this online http://www.myrecipes.com/how-to/cooking-questions/hoisin-sauce-substitute
What would you recommend to sub for peanut oil?
You could use vegetable oil in its place. Enjoy!