Mongolian Beef with Rice and Sesame Dressing~

Mongolian Beef with Rice and Sesame Dressing — a restaurant-style dish made easily at home 🍚🥢

🥢 Mongolian Beef with Rice and Sesame Dressing

Sweet, savory, and tender beef stir-fried with peppers, green onions, and a rich soy-sesame glaze — served over fluffy rice and topped with sesame seeds.

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Beef:

• 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Stir-Fry:

• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 1 cup green onions, chopped (white and green parts separated if desired)

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ teaspoon fresh ginger, minced

For the Sauce:

• ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)

• ¼ cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar for a healthier option)

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

For Serving:

• Cooked white or brown rice

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

✅ Step 1: Prepare the Beef

1. Slice & Coat – Thinly slice flank steak against the grain for tenderness.

2. Toss beef in a bowl with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated. Let sit 5–10 minutes (helps with crisping when seared).

✅ Step 2: Sear the Beef

1. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

2. Add beef in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned and just cooked.

3. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.

✅ Step 3: Stir-Fry the Vegetables

1. In the same pan, add the red bell pepper, green onions, garlic, and ginger.

2. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and just tender.

✅ Step 4: Make the Sauce

1. In a small bowl, whisk together:

   • ¼ cup soy sauce

   • ¼ cup brown sugar

   • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

2. Pour the sauce over the stir-fried veggies and stir to combine.

✅ Step 5: Combine and Serve

1. Return the cooked beef to the skillet.

2. Toss everything together to coat the beef in the sauce and warm through.

3. Serve over a bed of hot, fluffy rice.

4. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and more green onions if desired.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 20 minutes

• Total Time: 30 minutes

• Servings: 4

✅ Tips & Variations

• Swap flank steak with sirloin, ribeye, or even thinly sliced chicken.

• Add more veggies like broccoli, snap peas, or shredded carrots.

• For extra heat, toss in a few red pepper flakes or sliced chili.

• Use cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version.