Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
A delightful Asian-inspired dish featuring tender beef simmered in a rich and savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining.
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)
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain.
- Toss the sliced flank steak in a bowl with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Transfer the coated beef to a slow cooker.
Cooking
- Add the toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger to the slow cooker.
- Pour in the low sodium soy sauce and brown sugar.
- Add the water and stir to combine, ensuring the beef is fully immersed in the sauce.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, until the beef is tender.
- Stir in the sliced green onions just before serving.
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Notes
Serve over rice or noodles, and consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli during the last hour of cooking for added nutrition. To achieve a thicker sauce, uncover the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes.