Description

Craving a takeout-style dinner but want something homemade, fast, and better for you? This Mongolian Beef Easy Flavor Packed Stir Fry is your answer. Tender slices of flank steak get a beautiful sear and are tossed in a sticky-sweet, garlicky soy sauce that’s absolutely addictive. Served over rice and topped with scallions, it’s a quick dinner idea that hits all the right flavor notes. Perfect for easy dinner recipes, comfort food ideas, and weeknight meal plans, this is a go-to for stir fry lovers and beef enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

0.75 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced

0.25 cup cornstarch

0.5 cup soy sauce

0.5 cup brown sugar

1 tablespoon garlic, minced

1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

0.5 cup water

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 stalks green onions, chopped

1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

3 cups cooked white rice (for serving)

Instructions

1. Slice beef thinly against the grain and toss in cornstarch to coat evenly.

2. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and water until smooth.

3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned and crisp on the edges. Remove and set aside.

4. Add the sauce to the skillet and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

5. Return the beef to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, and cook for another minute.

6. Serve hot over cooked rice. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if using.

Notes

Slice your steak as thin as possible to keep it tender and quick-cooking.

Want it spicy? Add crushed red pepper flakes or a teaspoon of chili garlic sauce to the sauce mixture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stir Fry
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 490
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 1050mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: quick beef stir fry, easy dinner, Mongolian beef, takeout at home