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Mongolian Ground Beef Recipe

Mongolian Ground Beef Recipe
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A quick, delicious, and hearty Mongolian Ground Beef recipe bursting with savory, sweet, and umami flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy Asian-inspired comfort food uses simple pantry staples and comes together in under 30 minutes. Tender ground beef is coated in a rich, sweet-savory sauce and garnished with fresh green onions, delivering a meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (or ½ tsp ground ginger)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the sugar dissolves, creating a sweet-savory sauce that will coat your beef perfectly.
  2. Cook the Ground Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Combine Beef and Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked beef. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the meat beautifully.
  4. Add Green Onions and Optional Heat: Mix in sliced green onions and red pepper flakes if using. Stir together and cook for an additional minute to blend flavors.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from heat and serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite base, garnished as desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best authentic flavor in the sauce.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan to get a nice sear and prevent steaming the meat.
  • Taste the sauce before combining and modify brown sugar to your preference.
  • Add texture by tossing in chopped nuts like cashews or water chestnuts.
  • Allow the beef to rest off the heat for a few minutes before serving to deepen flavors.

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Keywords: Mongolian ground beef, quick dinner, Asian comfort food, weeknight meal, savory sauce, easy recipe, gluten-free option

Find it online: https://marygourmet.com/mongolian-ground-beef-recipe/