Thin slices of beef are flash fried and coated in a sweet soy sauce, ginger, and garlic sauce. This copycat recipe for PF Chang’s rivals anything you could find in a restaurant. Serve this stir-fry recipe over rice with steamed broccoli or bok choy. What is Mongolian Beef? It’s a simple stir fry with thin slices of beef simmered in a sauce of soy, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. The brown sugar caramelizes in the soy to make a slightly sticky sauce that coats the beef.
Easy Take-Out at Home
I love Chinese food dishes, from chicken lettuce wraps to a simple cashew chicken, and love it even more made at home.
This recipe is the perfect balance of savory and sweet, the whole family will love it! Making takeout at home is easy and best of all you know exactly what ingredients go into it. Making Homemade Mongolian beef is budget-friendly compared to dining out. It’s so versatile, add veggies like sliced red peppers and serve over rice, on a bed of noodles, or even tucked inside a lettuce wrap. This recipe shares my favorite tips for extra tender beef and heaps of flavor!
How to Make Mongolian Beef (PF Chang’s style)
This is a really quick and easy Mongolian beef recipe; it’s on the table in about 20 minutes.
Tips for Tender Beef
Add Cornstarch: Toss the beef with cornstarch before cooking. As cornstarch is a natural tenderizer, I use it in this recipe for tender meat with a nice crust and it helps to thicken the sauce. Choose the Right Cut: Choose a kind of beef that is intended for quick cooking. I use flank steak or sirloin. More expensive cuts (such as filet) can also be used but avoid tougher cuts like stewing meat. Cut Across the Grain: Always cut beef across the grain and slice thinly. Cook in Small Batches: Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in small batches as needed. Overcrowding the pan can cause the beef to steam rather than sear.
What to Serve with Mongolian Beef
Like most stir-fry recipes, rice is a perfect choice for soaking up that garlicky ginger sauce. Steamed or baked white rice will do the trick. Add in a fresh steamed veggie, some bok choy, or even some stir-fried veggies.
How to Store Leftovers
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days in a covered container in the freezer for up to 4 months. Freeze in single portions for a quick packable lunch to bring to the office. They can be reheated straight from the freezer in the microwave or oven. Did your family love this Mongolian Beef recipe? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below! © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.
