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Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef

Savory Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef: Effortless Flavor Awaits

This Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef offers a sweet and savory experience, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Optional Thickening Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Flank Steak Can substitute with sirloin or chuck roast
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free for gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Both light and dark work well
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger Grated
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Can be swapped with arrowroot powder
For Garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Sliced

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain, about 1/4 inch thick. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and beef broth until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Place the sliced flank steak in the slow cooker. Pour the sauce mixture over, stirring gently to coat.
  4. Set the slow cooker to low heat, cover, and cook for about 3 hours until the beef is tender.
  5. Check for tenderness after 3 hours. If needed, extend cooking time by 30-60 minutes.
  6. For a thicker sauce, combine cornstarch and water to form a slurry, add to slow cooker for the last 30 minutes.
  7. Serve the Mongolian Beef over rice or noodles, garnishing with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is great for meal prep and can be customized with additional vegetables or proteins.

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