Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 unit

garlic clove

minced

1 tsp

chili sauce

0.5 cup

soy sauce

0.33 cup

sugar

1 lb

beef

sliced into bite-size pieces

0.5 cup

sweet onion

shredded

1 tsp

sesame oil

Step 1
~2 min

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Add the minced garlic to the pan and saute until slightly golden, about 30 seconds.

Step 3
~2 min

In a separate bowl, combine the chili sauce, soy sauce, and sugar.

Step 4
~2 min

Mix the sauce ingredients well.

Step 5
~2 min

Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the garlic.

Step 6
~2 min

Bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 7
~2 min

Add the beef slices to the simmering sauce.

Step 8
~2 min

Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced and thickened, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the shredded onion and sesame oil to the pan.

Step 10
~2 min

Stir-fry until the onion is tender and the beef is fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve the Mongolian Beef hot with rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra spice, add more chili sauce or chili flakes.

Serve with steamed broccoli or other vegetables for a complete meal.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice

Serve with steamed broccoli

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Egg drop soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

Popularized in American Chinese cuisine, inspired by Mongolian flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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