Description
A delicious and easy Mongolian Beef recipe made completely gluten-free. Enjoy tender beef coated in a rich, sweet-savory sauce, ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ⅓ cup gluten-free soy sauce or tamari
- ¼ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 3 green onions, chopped
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked rice or steamed vegetables for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain. Place the slices in a bowl and coat with cornstarch. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to help achieve a crispy texture when cooked.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together gluten-free soy sauce, water, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef in a single layer and sear for about 2 minutes on each side until browned and crispy. Cook in batches if necessary. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Combine Everything: In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Pour in the prepared sauce and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes until it slightly thickens. Add the cooked beef back to the pan and stir to coat.
- Finish the Dish: Add chopped green onions and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if using. Stir well and cook for another minute before removing from heat.
- Serve: Plate the Mongolian beef over cooked rice or alongside steamed vegetables. Drizzle with sesame oil for extra flavor.
Notes
- Make it Spicy – Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
- Lower Sugar Option – Reduce the brown sugar or replace it with a natural sweetener like honey.
- Vegetable Boost – Add bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas for extra nutrition.
- Different Proteins – Try using chicken, tofu, or shrimp as an alternative to beef.
- Thicker Sauce – Mix an additional teaspoon of cornstarch with water and add to the sauce for a thicker consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: chinese-american
Keywords: Mongolian beef, gluten-free beef recipe, stir-fry beef, homemade takeout, quick beef dinner