09/24/2020
How to Make a Simple Mongolian Beef Recipe
This recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare, and about 10 minutes to cook. It makes 4 servings.
Ingredients
* 16 oz flank steak
* ¾ cup coconut aminos
* 2 Tbsp. red boat fish sauce
* 2 tsp. sesame oil
* 2 tsp. Maple syrup
* 1 tsp. arrowroot flour
* ¼ tsp. baking soda
* 2 Tbsp. avocado oil, divided
* 4 each scallions, sliced into small rounds
* 2 Tbsp. ginger, grated
* 4 cloves garlic, sliced
* 4 Fresno peppers, or if unavailable, 1 red bell pepper, diced small
* Kosher salt
* Sesame seeds, for garnish
Step 1: Slice the Steak
Using a sharp knife, thinly slice the steak lengthwise as evenly as possible. If needed, half the steak across and then slice lengthwise. Transfer to a bowl and keep to the side.
Step 2: Make the Sauce
In a separate bowl, combine the coconut aminos, red boat fish sauce, arrowroot flour, baking soda, sesame oil, and maple syrup. Mix to incorporate and pour over sliced steak. Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Prep the Aromatics
Prepare all your aromatics by cutting the white bulbs of the scallions and keeping the green stalks separated, grating the ginger, slicing the garlic, and combining them all in a small bowl. Cut the Fresno peppers or red bell peppers into small cubes. Remove the seeds completely and discard.
If using raw beef, heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium-high heat and sear both sides for 3-5 minutes. Remove from pan and reserve the now cooked beef on the side. Reserve the marinade.
Step 4: Cook the Steak and Aromatics
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in the same pan over medium heat (if using raw steak). Once oil is warm and shimmering, add your reserved aromatics and cook, stirring constantly to avoid over charring. Add the Fresno peppers and season with a pinch of salt.
Step 5: Add Sauce & Finish
Add the beef along with half of the marinade. This will deglaze the pan. Stir and scrape any browned bits. Cook for a minimum of 5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened and evenly coated the steak, adding a beautiful glaze.