Mongolian Beef: Tender Flavors Made Easy in Your Slow Cooker

This Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef features tender meat simmered in a sweet-savory sauce, perfect for satisfying cravings without the hassle.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Thickening Time 30

Total Time 6 45

Servings: 4 people

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian, Mongolian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meat

2 pounds Flank Steak sliced thinly

For the Sauce

0.5 cups Soy Sauce use gluten-free for gluten-free version
0.25 cups Brown Sugar or coconut sugar
3 cloves Garlic minced
1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger minced
0.5 cups Beef Broth or chicken/vegetable broth
2 tablespoons Sesame Oil optional

For Thickening

1 tablespoon Cornstarch or arrowroot powder

Equipment

slow cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by slicing the flank steak thinly against the grain, and mince the garlic and ginger.
In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and beef broth.
Place the sliced flank steak in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it; stir gently.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes.
Serve over rice or noodles, or in lettuce wraps. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Slice against the grain for tenderness. Add vegetables in the last hour for added nutrition and flavor.

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