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Easy Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef

Easy Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef for Effortless Flavor Enjoyment

This Easy Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef recipe combines tender flank steak with a sweet and savory sauce for a hassle-free dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 375
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Flank Steak Cut into strips for tenderness; core protein.
For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch Coats the meat for thicker sauce; substitute with arrowroot or tapioca if unavailable.
  • 1 cup Water Essential for cooking; no substitutes needed.
  • 0.75 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Flavor base; substitute with regular soy sauce for stronger flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Neutral oil choice; substitute with canola or vegetable oil.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced adds aromatic flavor; use powder as last resort.
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Provides sweetness; use maple syrup or honey as alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adds heat; adjust according to spice preference.
For the Veggies
  • 2 carrots Carrots Adds sweetness and color; substitute with bell peppers.
  • 1 medium Onion Key aromatic; substitute with shallots.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Adds crunch; omit if unavailable.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Brightens the dish; substitute with chives.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce by whisking together water, soy sauce, brown sugar, avocado oil, red pepper flakes, and minced garlic until smooth.
  2. Coat the Meat by placing flank steak in a bag with cornstarch, sealing tightly, and shaking to coat.
  3. Arrange in Cooker by layering coated steak strips at the bottom, then adding diced onion and shredded carrots.
  4. Combine and Cook by pouring sauce over and setting slow cooker to high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-5 hours.
  5. Serve by stirring the dish before serving and garnishing with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 898mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best texture, cut the steak against the grain and consider adding bell peppers in the last hour of cooking for extra veggies.

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