Mongolian Beef

Directions

  1. 1Marinate the flank steak with soy sauce, shaoxing, oil, water, baking soda, and cornstarch for one hour.
  2. 2Marinate the flank steak with soy sauce, shaoxing, oil, water, baking soda, and cornstarch for one hour.
  3. 3Marinate the flank steak with soy sauce, shaoxing, oil, water, baking soda, and cornstarch for one hour.
  4. 4Coat the beef in cornstarch and shake off any excess.
  5. 5Coat the beef in cornstarch and shake off any excess.
  6. 6Coat the beef in cornstarch and shake off any excess.
  7. 7Sear the beef on both sides on high heat until crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Do not overcook.
  8. 8Sear the beef on both sides on high heat until crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Do not overcook.
  9. 9Sear the beef on both sides on high heat until crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Do not overcook.
  10. 10For the sauce, combine light brown sugar, water, low sodium soy sauce, and dark soy sauce.
  11. 11For the sauce, combine light brown sugar, water, low sodium soy sauce, and dark soy sauce.
  12. 12For the sauce, combine light brown sugar, water, low sodium soy sauce, and dark soy sauce.
  13. 13Sauté garlic, ginger, chili, and canola oil for 2-3 minutes.
  14. 14Sauté garlic, ginger, chili, and canola oil for 2-3 minutes.
  15. 15Sauté garlic, ginger, chili, and canola oil for 2-3 minutes.
  16. 16Add the sauce to the sautéed ingredients and bring to a boil.
  17. 17Add the sauce to the sautéed ingredients and bring to a boil.
  18. 18Add the sauce to the sautéed ingredients and bring to a boil.
  19. 19Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and boil for 3-4 minutes.
  20. 20Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and boil for 3-4 minutes.
  21. 21Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and boil for 3-4 minutes.
  22. 22Add the seared beef and coat it with the sauce.
  23. 23Add the seared beef and coat it with the sauce.
  24. 24Add the seared beef and coat it with the sauce.
  25. 25Garnish with scallions.
  26. 26Garnish with scallions.
  27. 27Garnish with scallions.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs flank steak thinly sliced against grain
  • 2 lbs flank steak thinly sliced against grain
  • 2 lbs flank steak thinly sliced against grain
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 Tbs shaoxing
  • 1 Tbs shaoxing
  • 1 Tbs shaoxing
  • 1 Tbs oil
  • 1 Tbs oil
  • 1 Tbs oil
  • 1 Tbs water
  • 1 Tbs water
  • 1 Tbs water
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 Tbs cornstarch
  • 1 Tbs cornstarch
  • 1 Tbs cornstarch
  • 0.25 C light brown sugar
  • 0.25 C light brown sugar
  • 0.25 C light brown sugar
  • 0.75 C water
  • 0.75 C water
  • 0.75 C water
  • 0.5 C low sodium soy sauce
  • 0.5 C low sodium soy sauce
  • 0.5 C low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 Tbs dark soy sauce
  • 2 Tbs dark soy sauce
  • 2 Tbs dark soy sauce
  • 1 Tbs canola oil
  • 1 Tbs canola oil
  • 1 Tbs canola oil
  • 3 Tbs minced garlic
  • 3 Tbs minced garlic
  • 3 Tbs minced garlic
  • 2 Tbs minced ginger
  • 2 Tbs minced ginger
  • 2 Tbs minced ginger
  • 3 whole dried chili
  • 3 whole dried chili
  • 3 whole dried chili
  • 2 Tbs cornstarch mixed with cold water
  • 2 Tbs cornstarch mixed with cold water
  • 2 Tbs cornstarch mixed with cold water
  • 3 scallions cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 3 scallions cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 3 scallions cut into 1 inch pieces
  • a little bit salt
  • a little bit salt
  • a little bit salt
  • a little bit pepper
  • a little bit pepper
  • a little bit pepper
  • a little bit garlic powder
  • a little bit garlic powder
  • a little bit garlic powder
  • a little bit onion powder
  • a little bit onion powder
  • a little bit onion powder
  • a little bit paprika
  • a little bit paprika
  • a little bit paprika
  • a little bit chili powder
  • a little bit chili powder
  • a little bit chili powder
  • a little bit cumin
  • a little bit cumin
  • a little bit cumin
  • a little bit oregano
  • a little bit oregano
  • a little bit oregano
  • a little bit thyme
  • a little bit thyme
  • a little bit thyme
  • a little bit rosemary
  • a little bit rosemary
  • a little bit rosemary
  • a little bit dried parsley
  • a little bit dried parsley
  • a little bit dried parsley

Tips

  • The key to getting the beef tender is slicing against the grain and velveting the meat.
  • Do not overcook the beef when searing.
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