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Mongolian beef

Recipe Information

Description:
Mongolian beef is a delicious Asian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 15 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 15 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Beef
Category Meat
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Asian; American; Fusion
Cook Method Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

  • 2 teaspoons dry sherry

  • 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce

  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon chili paste with garlic

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 2 teaspoons peanut oil

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic

  • 1 pound sirloin beef steak, thinly sliced across the grain

  • 16 medium green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces

Directions

  • In a mixing bowl combine the soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, dry sherry, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, and salt and mix until blended.

  • In a large frying pan, heat the peanut oil. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and slices of steak and sauté until the steak browns.

  • Add the green onions and sauté for an additional 30 seconds. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and sauté for one minute or until the sauce appears to thicken.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 230 cal

  • Total fat: 9g

  • Cholesterol: 76mg

  • Sodium: 560mg

  • Carbohydrate: 6g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Protein: 28g