Mongolian Beef
Skirt steaks are full of flavor and are ideal for marinating as the cut takes on flavor well. This also makes them the perfect cut for this savory Mongolian Beef recipe from Wells Farms!
Ingredients
- 1 skirt steak
- 2/3 c. corn starch
- 1/2 c. soy sauce
- 1/2 c. water
- 1/2 c. packed brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 3 tsp. garlic minced
- 2 tsp. ginger finely chopped
- 1/2 c. vegetable oil
- 1 bunch green onions
- chili flakes to taste
- white rice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add corn starch.
- Thinly slice skirt steak into strips and add to corn starch. Toss to coat. Let rest about 10 minutes.
- In a saucepan, add 1 Tbsp olive oil. Add garlic and ginger, stir. Cook for one minute.
- Add soy sauce, water and brown sugar to garlic and ginger. Stir and bring to boil. Turn to a simmer and cook until it begins to thicken.
- In a skillet, add 1/2 c. oil or enough to fry the meat strips.
- Working in batches, add meat and fry until crispy, just a couple minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove to a paper towel lined plate. Add the next batch.
- Carefully discard oil or use a new pan and add meat back in. Pour sauce over top. Toss to coat. Add sliced green onions and chili flakes to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 713kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 22gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 1723mgPotassium: 385mgFiber: 1gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 37IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 3mg
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