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:
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1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain 
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2 tablespoons cornstarch 
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil 
For the Stir-Fry:
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 
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1 cup green onions, chopped (white and green parts separated if desired) 
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3 cloves garlic, minced 
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½ teaspoon fresh ginger, minced 
For the Sauce:
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¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium if preferred) 
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¼ cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar for a healthier option) 
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1 tablespoon sesame oil 
For Serving:
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Cooked white or brown rice 
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish) 
👩🍳 Instructions
✅ Step 1: Prepare the Beef
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Slice & Coat – Thinly slice flank steak against the grain for tenderness. 
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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
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Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. 
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Add beef in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned and just cooked. 
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Remove beef from the pan and set aside. 
✅ Step 3: Stir-Fry the Vegetables
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In the same pan, add the red bell pepper, green onions, garlic, and ginger. 
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Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and just tender. 
✅ Step 4: Make the Sauce
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In a small bowl, whisk together: - 
¼ cup soy sauce 
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¼ cup brown sugar 
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1 tablespoon sesame oil 
 
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Pour the sauce over the stir-fried veggies and stir to combine. 
✅ Step 5: Combine and Serve
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Return the cooked beef to the skillet. 
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Toss everything together to coat the beef in the sauce and warm through. 
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Serve over a bed of hot, fluffy rice. 
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Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and more green onions if desired. 
⏱️ Time Breakdown
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Prep Time: 10 minutes 
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Cook Time: 20 minutes 
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Total Time: 30 minutes 
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Servings: 4 
✅ Tips & Variations
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Swap flank steak with sirloin, ribeye, or even thinly sliced chicken. 
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Add more veggies like broccoli, snap peas, or shredded carrots. 
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For extra heat, toss in a few red pepper flakes or sliced chili. 
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Use cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version. 
