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Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry Bowls

Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry Bowls
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Quick and flavorful Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry Bowls made with tender thinly sliced beef, a savory-sweet sauce, and fresh crisp vegetables served over rice or noodles. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan stir-fry combines bold Mongolian flavors with healthy ingredients for a delicious and satisfying meal ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Beef and Protein

  • 1 lb thinly sliced flank or sirloin steak

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tbsp water

Coating

  • 2 tbsp cornstarch

Vegetables

  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 green onions, chopped (white parts for cooking, green parts for garnish)

Other

  • 2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
  • Cooked rice or noodles for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Slice the beef thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness. Mince garlic and ginger, chop green onions, and wash and cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and water until well combined.
  3. Coat the Beef: Toss the sliced beef with cornstarch until lightly coated; this helps create a slight crispy texture when cooked.
  4. Cook the Beef: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. In batches, stir-fry the beef until browned and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  5. Stir-Fry Vegetables: In the same pan, add more oil if needed and stir-fry the bell peppers, snap peas, carrots, and the white parts of the green onions until tender-crisp.
  6. Combine and Simmer: Return the beef to the pan, pour in the prepared sauce, and stir everything together. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients thoroughly.
  7. Serve: Serve the Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry hot over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with the green parts of chopped green onions. Enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Cut beef thinly and against the grain for tenderness and faster cooking.
  • Cook beef in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even browning.
  • Use high heat for better searing and to keep vegetables crisp.
  • Fresh garlic and ginger add more authentic flavor than powdered versions.
  • Adjust brown sugar in the sauce to your preferred level of sweetness.
  • For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
  • Try protein swaps like chicken, tofu, or shrimp if desired.
  • Add chili flakes or fresh chili for a spicy variation.
  • Use cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a low-carb version.

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