Description
Sizzling Mongolian Beef stir-fry brings explosive Asian flavors to your dinner table. Tender beef strips dance with sweet and savory sauce, promising a quick, delicious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
Sauce and Starch:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for marinade and stir-frying)
Vegetables and Garnish:
- 2 packs ramen noodles, cooked per package instructions
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the protein by tossing flank steak with a zesty marinade of soy sauce, cornstarch, aromatic garlic, and ginger. Allow flavors to meld for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
- Whisk together a complex sauce blending soy sauce, hoisin, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a separate container.
- Cook ramen noodles according to package guidelines, then drain and set aside.
- Heat a large wok or skillet with vegetable oil over high heat until shimmering.
- Sear marinated beef in a single layer, creating a caramelized exterior. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer meat to a holding plate.
- In the same hot pan, introduce bell peppers and onions. Stir-fry rapidly to maintain crisp texture and vibrant color, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Reunite beef with sautéed vegetables, then cascade prepared sauce over the mixture. Toss continuously to ensure even coating and thorough heating.
- Plate ramen noodles as a foundation, crown with the sizzling beef and vegetable medley.
- Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Tenderize beef by slicing against the grain for maximum softness and easier chewing.
- Marinate beef at room temperature to help the meat absorb flavors more effectively and cook evenly.
- Pat beef dry before cooking to ensure crispy edges and prevent steaming instead of searing.
- Swap flank steak with sirloin or ribeye for different flavor profiles and textures.
- Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce for a celiac-friendly version of the dish.
- Customize heat levels by adding chili flakes or sriracha sauce for extra kick.
- Replace ramen noodles with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for low-carb dieters.
- Prepare vegetables in advance and store in refrigerator to streamline cooking process.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Mongolian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg