P F Chang's Mongolian Beef by Todd Wilbur
Recreate the iconic flavors of P.F. Chang's at home with Todd Wilbur's irresistible Mongolian Beef recipe! This quick and easy dish features tender slices of flank steak, coated in cornstarch for a perfectly crispy texture, and stir-fried to golden perfection. The rich, savory sauce—made with soy sauce, dark brown sugar, fresh ginger, and garlic—balances sweetness and umami for an explosion of flavor in every bite. Garnished with vibrant green onions and served over fluffy white rice, this restaurant-quality meal comes together in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or an indulgent weekend treat. Keywords: Mongolian Beef, P.F. Chang's copycat recipe, quick and easy stir-fry, Asian-inspired dinner, flank steak recipe.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Flank steak
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.75 cup Dark brown sugar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cups Cooked white rice (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick. Pat the slices dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Toss the beef slices in a mixing bowl with the cornstarch until evenly coated. Set the coated beef aside for 10 minutes to allow the cornstarch to adhere.
Step 3
In a medium saucepan, combine the soy sauce, water, and dark brown sugar. Heat over medium heat and whisk until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic and fresh ginger to the saucepan and cook the sauce for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens. Remove the sauce from heat and set aside.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 6
Working in small batches, add the coated beef slices to the hot oil in a single layer. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side, flipping once, until the edges become crispy and browned. Remove the cooked beef and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat until all the beef is cooked.
Step 7
Carefully pour any remaining oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
Step 8
Return the cooked beef to the skillet and pour the prepared sauce over it. Stir to coat the beef evenly in the sauce.
Step 9
Add the chopped green onions to the skillet and stir them in. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 10
Serve the Mongolian Beef hot over cooked white rice if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1466.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3318.7 |
| Total Fat 170.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 38.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 70.1g | |
| Cholesterol 412.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6350.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 307.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 174.6g | |
| Protein 156.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 311.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2328.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories