Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef
– 3 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 green onion, sliced (for garnish)
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
Creating Mongolian Ground Beef is simple with the following steps:
1. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Cook Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Mix Sauce Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce and brown sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
5. Combine: Pour the sauce over the browned beef. Stir well to ensure the beef is coated evenly.
6. Simmer: Reduce heat to medium and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. If desired, add red pepper flakes for heat.
7. Season: Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions.
9. Serve: Spoon over cooked rice or noodles.
Following these easy steps will lead you to a delicious plate of Mongolian Ground Beef in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 27g