Easy Mongolian Beef Shaved Steak Recipe
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Easy Mongolian Beef Shaved Steak Recipe
Description
Easy Mongolian Beef Shaved Steak Recipe centers on thin shaved beef that is dusted with cornstarch to create a light crispness when sautéed in oil. The browned beef is then coated with a glossy sauce made by simmering garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and brown sugar, developing a balanced sweet and savory flavor. The cooking method ensures fast and even cooking, retaining some pinkness inside for tenderness while crisping the edges. Scallions add freshness as a finishing touch.
The sauce's sweet soy reduction melds with the cornstarch coating to create a slightly thick sauce that clings to each piece of beef. Serving suggestions include pairing this Mongolian beef with steamed or roasted vegetables such as broccoli, rice, or noodles, helping to balance the richness and provide a complete meal. The thin cuts cook quickly and absorb the flavorful sauce well.
This recipe can be adapted to use chicken or prepared in several ways such as in a slow cooker or Instant Pot, with instructions for those methods included. Substitutions like using almond flour for cornstarch allow it to fit dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Mongolian Beef
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil I use avocado oil + extra if needed
- 2 teaspoons garlic finely minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger freshly grated
- ¼ - ½ cup soy sauce scant, be sure you use low sodium soy sauce or replacement such as Liquid Amino's or Coconut Amino's so it's not too salty, low sodium
- ¼ cup dark brown sugar packed
- 1 pound beef I love Trader Joe’s shaved steak, shaved
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch non-GMO
- 3-6 scallions trimmed and thinly sliced
Serving Suggestions
- red pepper flakes
- sesame seeds
- broccoli roasted veggies, riced cauliflower, steamed
- brown rice or white rice, cooked, for serving
- udon noodles Soba or Rice Noodles
Instructions
- Toss shaved steak in a mixing bowl coating evenly with corn starch, set aside.
- In a small saucepan heat a few teaspoons of oil, adding garlic and ginger sauting for 30 seconds. Add soy sauce, brown sugar and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and sauce is reduced slightly. About 4 minutes, set aside.
- In a large skillet (love my ), over medium-high heat, adding a little more oil if needed, saute the shaved steak in batches, not crowding the pan. The shaved steak will cook quickly, flip the pieces as they brown, should only take about 2 minutes. Remove the finished steak to a plate or paper towel lined tray, repeat with all of the meat, adding oil if necessary.
- TIP | make sure the oil returns to a nice high temperature each time before adding more beef. I like to remove mine just as it’s getting a little crispy on the edges, but still pink in the middle, it will finish cooking later.
- If any extra oil in pan, pour off or use paper towels to remove. Return skillet to medium-high heat, return all of the beef to the pan, pour the Mongolian sauce over and toss to coat. Add green onions, stirring constantly about 3 minutes until meat is reheated and sauce is thickened and glazes the meat. Serve over rice, with some steamed broccoli, sprinkle with red pepper flakes and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Substitute up to 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil with toasted sesame oil to enhance flavor.
- This recipe can be made with chicken by slicing it extra thin; freezing chicken before slicing helps achieve thin pieces.
- The recipe easily doubles to serve more people.
- For slow cooker preparation, brown the beef first, then cook with sauce on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- In an air fryer, cook the meat until crisp, then toss with the prepared sauce in a skillet.
- Instant Pot instructions include browning the beef on sauté mode, adding sauce, and pressure cooking for 6-8 minutes.
- For a keto version, substitute rice with cauliflower rice and cornstarch with almond flour for thickening.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4-5 Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 384 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 384kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 1685mg | 70% |
| Potassium | 409mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 107IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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