Savory Mongolian Ground Beef Recipe
Asweet-and-savory mongolian ground beef recipe featuring a quick-cooking sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger—perfect for rice bowls or noodles.
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small bowl for sauce mixing
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef 85–90% lean
- ¼ cup soy sauce low-sodium if preferred
- 2 –3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 –3 green onions sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup beef broth or water optional, for a thinner sauce
Optional: Red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, your choice of vegetables
Instructions
- Mix Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch. Add broth or water if you want a thinner consistency.
- Brown the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the ground beef, breaking it apart until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add Sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour sauce over beef, stirring until it begins to simmer and thicken (2–3 minutes).
- Optional Extras: Stir in vegetables or chili flakes for added crunch or heat.
- Finish: Turn off heat, stir in sesame oil if desired, and top with green onions or sesame seeds.
Notes
For food safety, ensure ground beef is cooked to 160°F. You can easily adjust the sauce’s sweetness or add chili flakes for more heat.