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Mongolian Ground Beef

Mongolian Ground Beef
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Transform your typical dinner into a delightful culinary experience with this scrumptious Mongolian Ground Beef recipe! This dish packs a flavorful punch that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for impressing your family or guests. Dive into this flavor fiesta and earn your chef-hero status at the dinner table!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick)
  • Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Steamed rice or noodles (for serving)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ground Beef

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the ground beef. Use a spatula to crumble the beef as it cooks, ensuring it browns evenly. Once browned, drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 2: Add Aromatics

Toss in the minced ginger and garlic into the skillet with the beef. Stir the mixture for about a minute until the ginger and garlic become fragrant and well combined with the beef.

Step 3: Create the Sauce

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, and cornstarch until smooth. This will be your savory sauce.

Step 4: Combine Sauce and Beef

Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked beef in the skillet. Stir to ensure the beef is evenly coated with the sauce.

Step 5: Simmer

Allow the beef and sauce mixture to simmer for a few minutes over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sauce thickens and beautifully coats the beef.

Step 6: Add Heat (Optional)

If you desire a bit of heat, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes at this stage. Stir to combine and enhance the flavor.

Step 7: Serve

Serve the Mongolian ground beef hot over a bed of steamed rice or your choice of noodles. Garnish with fresh, sliced green onions for added crunch and flavor.

Notes

Storage

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through.

Protein Alternatives

This recipe works well with ground turkey, chicken, or even plant-based ground meat for a different flavor profile or dietary preference.

Serving Suggestions

Consider serving with steamed vegetables or a side salad for a balanced meal.

Adjusting Sweetness

Feel free to adjust the amount of brown sugar based on your sweetness preference.

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