Homemade Mongolian Ground Beef Recipe: Restaurant-Quality Takeout in Just 20 Minutes

Homemade Mongolian Ground Beef Recipe: Restaurant-Quality Takeout in Just 20 Minutes

What Makes This Mongolian Ground Beef Recipe So Special Unlike complicated stir-fry recipes that require a dozen ingredients and multiple cooking vessels, this dish keeps things refreshingly simple. The sauce comes together with pantry staples you probably already have on hand. Additionally, the cooking technique ensures tender, flavorful beef with a gorgeous caramelized exterior. The key to authentic-tasting Mongolian ground beef is achieving the right balance between sweet and savory. Consequently, the combination of brown sugar, soy sauce, and fresh ginger creates that signature restaurant flavor that makes this dish so addictive. Meanwhile, the green onions add a fresh, sharp contrast that cuts through the richness of the sauce.

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Ingredients

  • pounds ground beef
  • tablespoons vegetable oil
  • teaspoon salt
  • teaspoon black pepper
  • tablespoon cornstarch
  • low-sodium soy sauce
  • water
  • light brown sugar, packed
  • garlic, minced
  • tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • tablespoons cornstarch
  • tablespoons cold water
  • green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Cooked white rice or lo mein noodles
  • Optional: sliced red bell peppers, snap peas

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