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Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef

Savory Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef for Effortless Home Cooking

This Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef recipe features tender beef in a savory sauce, perfect for effortless family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Thickening Time 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Flank Steak or sirloin
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce high-quality preferred
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar or honey/maple syrup as substitutes
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger fresh recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or vegetable oil for lighter profile
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch can be swapped with arrowroot

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced beef with grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Toss until well-coated.
  3. Pour the beef mixture into your slow cooker and spread it evenly.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then stir this into the slow cooker.
  6. Once the sauce has thickened, serve the Mongolian beef and drizzle with thickened sauce, garnishing with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Slicing against the grain ensures tenderness. Allowing the beef to marinate deepens flavors. Use quality ingredients for best results.

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