Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 lb snow peas, trimmed
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet or wok
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large bowl, toss the sliced flank steak with cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the coated beef to the skillet and cook until browned and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes.
5. Add the snow peas and green onions to the skillet with the beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until the snow peas are tender-crisp.
6. Pour the sauce over the beef and snow peas and toss to coat evenly.
7. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the beef is fully cooked.
8. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 35g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Sugar: 18g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Flank steak can be substituted with sirloin or ribeye steak.
- Cornstarch can be substituted with potato starch or arrowroot starch.
- Snow peas can be substituted with sugar snap peas or green beans.
- Hoisin sauce can be substituted with oyster sauce or black bean sauce.
Variations:
- Add sliced bell peppers or carrots for additional vegetables.
- Use chicken instead of beef for a lighter option.
- Make it spicy by adding more red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce.
Tips and tricks:
- Slice the beef against the grain to ensure it stays tender.
- Make sure the skillet or wok is hot before adding the beef to ensure it gets crispy.
- Don't overcook the snow peas, they should be tender-crisp.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a bed of rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Garnishes:
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Pairings:
- White rice
- Brown rice
- Noodles
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed broccoli
- Fried rice
- Egg rolls
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to thin it out.
- If the beef is tough, it may not have been sliced against the grain.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the beef is fully cooked before serving.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator promptly.
Food history:
- Mongolian beef is a popular Chinese-American dish that is not actually from Mongolia.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory
- Sweet
- Spicy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish.
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Region: Chinese