Description
Hearty Mongolian Ground Beef blends savory flavors with quick preparation and robust seasonings. Home cooks can craft this delicious dish in under 30 minutes, delivering authentic Asian-inspired comfort to dinner tables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cornstarch
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) tamari or premium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) granulated brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic (minced finely)
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger (finely grated)
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) freshly ground black pepper
- 3–4 stalks green onions (finely sliced)
- Cooked white rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare a flavorful sauce by whisking together tamari, beef broth, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a mixing bowl until smooth and fully dissolved.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef, seasoning with salt and pepper, ensuring even browning throughout.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet, stirring to coat the beef evenly and allow the mixture to simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the meat.
- Toss in sliced green onions and cook for an additional minute to slightly soften and release their aromatic flavors.
- Serve the Mongolian Ground Beef over steamed white rice, garnishing with extra green onions if desired. Pair with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of ginger and garlic, which adds depth and personalization to the flavor profile.
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce overall fat content and create a healthier version of the dish without compromising taste.
- Consider using gluten-free tamari instead of traditional soy sauce for those with gluten sensitivities, maintaining the authentic Asian-inspired flavor.
- Quickly stir the sauce to prevent cornstarch from clumping and ensure a smooth, glossy sauce that coats the beef evenly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg