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Mongolian Beef

Mongolian Beef: Savory Slow Cooker Delight for Busy Nights

Discover the sweet and savory flavors of Mongolian Beef, a comforting slow cooker dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Flank Steak Can substitute with sirloin or chuck roast.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Gluten-free soy sauce is a great option.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier option.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Minced; ground ginger can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Arrowroot powder is a suitable alternative.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing the flank steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness. Aim for strips about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk everything together until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  3. Place the sliced beef into the slow cooker, spreading it out evenly. Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the beef and give it a gentle stir.
  4. Cover the slow cooker with a lid and set it to cook on low for 3 hours or high for 1.5 hours.
  5. In the final 30 minutes of cooking, mix cornstarch with a bit of water until smooth and stir this into the slow cooker.
  6. Once cooking is complete, serve the Mongolian Beef over jasmine rice, noodles, or lettuce wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Slice flank steak against the grain for tender bites. Add veggies for extra nutrition and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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