Crock Pot Mongolian Style Beef

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Crock Pot Mongolian Style Beef, a rich and flavorful recipe that's as effortless as it is delicious. Tender slices of beef flank steak are coated in cornstarch for a velvety texture, then slow-cooked in a savory-sweet sauce made with low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and fresh ginger. The optional step of searing the beef adds a layer of depth and caramelization, while the crock pot gently infuses the meat with bold, Asian-inspired flavors. Finished with a garnish of fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is perfectly served over steaming bowls of rice for a comforting meal that will become a family favorite. Ideal for busy days, this slow-cooker Mongolian beef recipe offers simplicity without compromising on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Beef flank steak or skirt steak
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 0.75 cup Soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
• 0.6667 cup Brown sugar (packed)
• 0.5 cup Water
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 3 stalks Green onions (sliced thin, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for searing, optional)
• 4 cups Cooked rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the beef flank steak against the grain into strips about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

Place the sliced beef in a large mixing bowl or resealable plastic bag. Add the cornstarch and toss to coat the beef evenly. Shake off any excess cornstarch.

Step 3

Optional: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Quickly sear the beef in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly browned but not fully cooked. This step enhances the flavor but can be skipped.

Step 4

In the crock pot, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, water, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until combined.

Step 5

Add the beef to the crock pot and toss to coat it in the sauce mixture.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours or high heat for 2-3 hours, until the beef is tender and infused with the sauce.

Step 7

Once cooked, give the beef a final stir to ensure it is fully coated in the sauce.

Step 8

Serve the Mongolian beef over cooked rice, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Step 9

Enjoy this flavorful and easy-to-make dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2066.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3572.2

Total Fat 102.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 476.3mg	0%
Sodium 6357.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 416.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 155.6g
Protein 227.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 492.2mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 4110.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.4%

Protein: 26.0%

Carbs: 47.6%