Mongolian Beef Recipe

Name: Mongolian Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb flank steak, slice thinly against the grain,slices should be about 1 1/2 inch long; Marinade; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional); 1 pinch white pepper; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; Seasonings; 1 tablespoon minced scallion; 1 -2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; Vegetables; 8 scallions, cut in 2 inch pieces; 1/2 cup sliced bamboo shoot (*sliced carrot or celery can be substituted); Sauce; 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce; 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce; 3 tablespoons chicken stock or 3 tablespoons water; 3 tablespoons dry sherry; Other Ingredients; a little cornstarch, mixed with a little water; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil (apx); 3 -5 drops sesame oil; Chinese chili sauce or cayenne (if you like it spicy) (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 lb flank steak, slice thinly against the grain,slices should be about 1 1/2 inch long
Marinade
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 pinch white pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Seasonings
1 tablespoon minced scallion
1 -2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
Vegetables
8 scallions, cut in 2 inch pieces
1/2 cup sliced bamboo shoot (*sliced carrot or celery can be substituted)
Sauce
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
3 tablespoons chicken stock or 3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons dry sherry
Other Ingredients
a little cornstarch, mixed with a little water
4 tablespoons vegetable oil (apx)
3 -5 drops sesame oil
Chinese chili sauce or cayenne (if you like it spicy) (optional)

1
Marinade 20- 30 minutes.
2
Use highest heat for all steps.
3
Heat a wok to the smoking point.
4
Pour in the oil.
5
When very hot stir fry the beef until just cooked.
6
Remove to drain off oil.
7
Clean the wok if necessary.
8
Reheat with a little more oil.
9
Stir fry the seasoning ingredients for a few seconds until you get a strong aroma.
10
Stir in the vegetables; keep stirring until heated through, about two minutes.
11
Pour in the sauce and stir until it starts to bubble.
12
Return the meat and stir to blend well.
13
Thicken a little with the cornstarch mixture.
14
Stir in a few drops of sesame oil.
15
Serve at once.

1069

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb flank steak, slice thinly against the grain,slices should be about 1 1/2 inch long, Marinade, 1 egg, lightly beaten, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Mongolian Beef falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Mongolian Beef

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions