Mongolian Beef is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is inspired by a traditional Chinese dish and it’s known for its bold and flavorful taste. The beef is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, and spices, before being stir-fried with vegetables such as bell peppers and onions, in a savoury sauce made of oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and a touch of sesame oil.
Mongolian Beef is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The dish can be served with rice or noodles and it’s a great way to enjoy the flavours of Chinese cuisine in the comfort of your own home. The recipe can be adjusted to your taste, for example, you can make it spicier or milder. Mongolian Beef is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the flavours of Chinese cuisine in the comfort of your own home. Enjoy!
Mongolian Beef
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Beef thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup Cornstarch
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons Garlic
- Chili bean paste
- 1 teaspoon Oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Chili Oil
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar
- 1/4 cup Rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup Corn starch mixed with water to make a slurry
- 8-10 pods Garlic sliced
- 1 finger Ginger thinly sliced
- 4-6 Green Onions sliced
- 1 Jalapeno sliced
- Veggies (your choice)
Instructions
- Coat your beef with 3/4 cup cornstarch and make sure it’s well coated. Let it rest for 1/2 hour in the fridge
- In a wok heat some oil and shallow fry the beef till almost done.
- Make sure you don’t over crowd your wok.
- Drain your beef on paper towels.
- Drain some of the oil out and leave about 2 tablespoons in the wok.
- Add you ginger and garlic and cook for a bit stirring well.
- Now add all the remaining ingredients except for the slurry and veggies.
- Mix well and add the veggies and beef.
- Coat them well and now add the slurry and cook till the beef is tender.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve with jasmine rice
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