Mongolian Beef
What are you having for lunch?
Try out this Mongolian Beef and you’ll never stop making it
Ingredients:
FOR BEEF:
250g beef
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp soy sauce
FOR SAUCE:
1 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp chili flakes(for heat)
1 tbsp brown sugar
2-3 tbsps water
COOKING:
1 tbsp oil
1/2 tbsp ginger and garlic(minced)
1/2 medium onions
2-3 strings spring onions
Sesame seed (for garnish)
If you're looking for a quick and flavorful lunch option, Mongolian Beef is an excellent choice. This dish combines tender strips of beef coated with baking soda and cornstarch for a perfect crispy texture once stir-fried. The sauce is a balanced blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and a touch of chili flakes to bring a lovely combination of savory, sweet, and mildly spicy notes. To get the best results, marinate your beef in baking soda briefly; this helps tenderize it by breaking down proteins. Coating the beef with cornstarch before cooking adds a silky crispness once fried. The fresh ginger and garlic give an aromatic base, while onions and spring onions add crunch and freshness. This stir-fry is versatile and can be paired with steamed rice or noodles to complete your meal. Garnishing with sesame seeds adds a nutty flavor and an appealing finish. You can easily customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of chili flakes. Mongolian Beef is a fantastic recipe to keep in your lunch rotation because it's quick to make and hits all the flavor notes—savory, sweet, and slightly spicy—making your weekday lunches more exciting. It's also a great way to incorporate more beef into your diet with minimal preparation time. Give this recipe a try for a delicious, satisfying meal that you won't get tired of!
