Description
Sizzling Mongolian: Quick, Tasty Takeout at Home is a delicious stir-fry that brings the beloved flavors of takeout straight to your kitchen. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this customizable dish, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. With a savory blend of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, every bite bursts with flavor. Plus, it’s an easy one-pan meal that minimizes cleanup while satisfying everyone at the table. Whether you prefer beef, chicken, or tofu, this recipe allows for delightful variations to suit your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1 pound thinly sliced beef (or chicken/tofu)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey/coconut sugar)
- 1/2 cup water or broth
- 2 tablespoons garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 cup green onions (cut into 2-inch pieces)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing the protein and chopping the green onions.
- In a mixing bowl, coat the protein with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and broth in a separate bowl.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add the marinated protein in a single layer; cook for about 3 minutes until browned.
- Flip the protein and pour in the sauce along with green onions; cook for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, allow the protein to marinate in soy sauce and cornstarch for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to add any vegetables you like—bell peppers or snap peas make excellent additions.