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Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry Bowls

Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry Bowls
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Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry Bowls are a quick and easy weeknight meal featuring tender, thinly sliced beef cooked with a sweet and savory soy-ginger sauce and vibrant stir-fried vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe balances rich flavors and textures with simple pantry ingredients, making it a comforting yet impressive dish you can customize to your taste.

Ingredients

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Beef and Marinate

  • 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Sauce

  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

Vegetables

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil, divided
  • Optional: 1 cup broccoli florets
  • Optional: 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • Optional: 1 cup snap peas
  • 2–3 green onions, sliced (for cooking and garnish)

To Serve

  • Cooked jasmine rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice
  • Optional garnishes: toasted sesame seeds, crushed peanuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: Slice the beef thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness. Toss the beef slices in cornstarch to lightly coat each piece, helping to seal in juices and create a sauce-clinging texture.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger to create a rich, savory-sweet Mongolian sauce.
  3. Stir-Fry the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Once hot, add the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding. Stir-fry until browned and nearly cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per batch, then remove from the pan.
  4. Cook the Vegetables: In the same pan, add the remaining oil if needed. Add your choice of vegetables and stir-fry until crisp-tender, maintaining their vibrant color and fresh flavor.
  5. Combine and Thicken: Return the beef to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the sauce mixture over and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and veggies evenly. Stir in sliced green onions for freshness before removing from heat.

Notes

  • Use high heat to ensure quick cooking and juicy beef.
  • Slice beef thinly and against the grain to maintain tenderness.
  • Cook beef in batches to avoid steaming and develop a caramelized sear.
  • Fresh garlic and ginger enhance the flavor beyond pre-made sauces.
  • Add sauce gradually while stirring to avoid clumps and create a silky consistency.

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Keywords: Mongolian Beef, Stir-Fry, Weeknight Dinner, Beef Stir-Fry Bowls, Easy Asian Recipe, Quick Dinner

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