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Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef

Tender and saucy beef slow-cooked to perfection, this family-friendly recipe blends sweet and savory flavors, making weeknight dinners a breeze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch for coating the beef
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup green onions, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toss the flank steak with cornstarch in a mixing bowl until evenly coated.
  2. Place the coated steak in a slow cooker and add sesame oil, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. Stir gently to combine.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours or LOW for 4-5 hours until beef is tender.
  2. Stir in green onions just before serving.

Notes

Serve the beef over steamed rice or noodles. Pair with a cucumber salad or steamed broccoli for a balanced meal. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.