Lighter Mongolian Beef Recipe

Name: Lighter Mongolian Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb flank steak, sliced across the grain into thin 1/2-inch slices; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce; 1/4 cup Splenda brown sugar blend; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3 teaspoons canola oil, divided; 1 teaspoon ginger, minced; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; 3 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, steamed

Servings: persons

1 lb flank steak, sliced across the grain into thin 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup Splenda brown sugar blend
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
3 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, steamed

1
In a small heat proof bowl combine water, soy sauce, brown sugar and red pepper flakes. In another bowl toss cornstarch with steak and let it sit for 10 minutes or so.
2
Heat half of canola oil in a wok over medium heat. (I just used a big frying pan and real olive oil cooking spray.) Add ginger and garlic and saute for about 30 seconds and then pour in soy mixture. Bring to a boil and allow to cook 2-3 minutes. Pour back into bowl.
3
Add the rest of the oil to the empty wok/skillet or spray with cooking more spray and brown the beef over medium-high heat. Once the meat is browned pour the sauce back into the wok/skillet with the beef. Continue to cook until the sauce is thickened to your liking. If it gets too thick, add more water. Add green onions and broccoli right before serving.

506

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Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb flank steak, sliced across the grain into thin 1/2-inch slices, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Lighter Mongolian Beef falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lighter Mongolian Beef

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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