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30 Minute Mongolian Beef on a white plate with rice and broccoli and a blue napkin next to it
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Spicy Mongolian Beef

There is no need to grab take out once you see how quick and easy it is to make Spicy Mongolian Beef at home! Have this sweet and spicy meal on the table in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Beef, Gluten Free
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 541kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Toss the beef strips and cornstarch in a bowl and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or wok over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in the beef and cook until just done, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the beef to a plate and wipe out the skillet.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat and add the soy sauce, water, and hoisin sauce.
  • Stir in the brown sugar and red pepper flakes, then add the beef back in as well.
  • Cook until everything is heated through and sauce thickens to your liking.
  • Serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

Tips and Techniques for the Best Spicy Mongolian Beef

  • Buy pre-sliced beef strips to save time.
  • Omit or lessen the red pepper flakes for a more mild version.
  • This recipe can be made gluten free using gluten free soy sauce and gluten free hoisin sauce.
  • Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days.
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 1285mg | Potassium: 504mg | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 0.9mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 3.8mg