Description
A tantalizing recipe for Crispy Mongolian Beef that offers a satisfying crunch and bold flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleaser at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup neutral oil (canola, vegetable, or peanut) for frying
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- Optional: red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Freeze the steak for 20–30 minutes, then slice it thinly across the grain.
- Toss the slices lightly in cornstarch, shaking off excess.
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, water, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef in a single layer and cook without crowding.
- Turn the beef once it’s golden, and remove to a rack to keep crisp.
- Reduce heat to medium, pour out excess oil, add the sauce mixture, and bring to a simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return beef to the pan and toss until evenly coated. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider double-dusting the beef before frying. Ensure beef is dry to achieve optimal crispness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mongolian Beef, Crispy Beef, Asian Dinner, Quick Recipe, Family Meal
