Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 2-3 hours on high or 4-5 hours on low
- Total Time: Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes to 5 hours and 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Directions
- Place the thinly sliced flank steak in a bowl. Add the cornstarch and toss to coat the beef evenly.
- In the slow cooker, combine the toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. Stir well.
- Add the coated beef to the slow cooker and stir to ensure the beef is well coated with the sauce.
- Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender.
- Just before serving, stir in the chopped green onions.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with additional green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Cook Notes
- Ensure the beef is fully submerged in the sauce for even cooking.
Variations
- Vegetable Addition: Add bell peppers or broccoli during the last hour of cooking for added nutrition and color.
- Spicy Mongolian Beef: Incorporate chili sauce or extra red pepper flakes into the sauce for a spicier version.
Keto Version
Substitute the brown sugar with a keto-friendly sweetener and use a low-carb thickener in place of cornstarch. Ensure the soy sauce is gluten-free or use coconut aminos as an alternative.
Low-Carb Version
Follow the keto version’s substitutions for a low-carb alternative, adjusting sweetener amounts to taste.
Nutrition Fact
Note: Nutritional information is an estimation and can vary based on the specific ingredients used.
- Calories: Approx. 300 per serving
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g (Adjustments needed for keto and low-carb versions)
- Protein: 25g
- Sugar: 10g (Keto and low-carb versions will vary)
Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef is a testament to the power of slow cooking, transforming simple ingredients into a deeply flavorful dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or new to slow cooker meals, this recipe is sure to become a cherished addition to your culinary repertoire.
