Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly combines tender beef, savory soy sauce, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound beef flank steak, sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Slice the beef flank steak against the grain into thin strips.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Add sliced beef to the marinade and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
- Place marinated beef in the slow cooker and pour in any remaining marinade.
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Stir in chopped green onions during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added texture, sear the beef before adding it to the slow cooker. - Feel free to mix in vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for a nutritious twist.