Slow cooker Mongolian Beef
Get ready to savor melt-in-your-mouth tender beef, infused with bold and savory Mongolian flavors. With our slow cooker recipe, we bring you an effortless way to recreate this beloved Asian dish right in your own kitchen. As enticing aromas fill your home, prepare for a culinary journey that will leave you craving seconds (and maybe even thirds!). Say goodbye to takeout and hello to homemade perfection – let's dive into the world of Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef!
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 2.5 hours on high, or 4-5 hours on low
Servings: 4
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Ingredients:
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1 lbs. flank steak
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 3 garlic cloves
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1 inch ginger
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1 scallion
-       ½ cup reduced salt soy sauce
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1/3 cup brown sugar
-       ¼ cup cornstarch
-       ¼ cup water
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 2 tbsp vegetable oil
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1 tbsp sesame oil
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1 tbsp sesame seeds
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Salt, to taste
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Black pepper, to taste
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Instructions:
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Thinly cut the flank steak against the grain, and then dice. Put the steak in a bowl.
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Season flank steak with salt and pepper to taste, and coat with cornstarch. Mix until well combined.
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Mince your ginger and garlic.
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â At the bottom of the slow cooker, add the vegetable oil and then add the steak.
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Then add the garlic, ginger, brown sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce and water. Mix until well combined.
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Turn the slow cooker on 2.5 hours on high or 4-5 hours on low. Then stir when done cooking.
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Slice the scallion.
-Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Garnish the Mongolian beef with scallions and sesame seeds and serve over rice.
In conclusion, Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef is a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. The combination of tender beef, flavorful sauce, and fresh green onions makes for a mouth-watering dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. Not only is it simple to make, but using a slow cooker also allows the flavors to develop and intensify over time. So next time you're looking for an effortless yet satisfying dinner option, give this recipe a try and see why it has become a favorite in many households.
