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P.F. Chang’s Mongolian Beef (Copycat)


  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

This homemade P.F. Chang’s Mongolian Beef copycat brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen with tender beef slices coated in a sweet, savory soy-garlic sauce, served over steamed white rice.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 4 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • Cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Toss sliced beef with cornstarch until evenly coated and set aside.
  3. Add oil to the skillet. Sear the beef in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until browned and crispy. Transfer to a plate.
  4. In a separate saucepan, heat a bit of oil and sauté the garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add soy sauce, water, and brown sugar. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return the beef to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Simmer for 2 more minutes.
  7. Stir in green onions just before removing from heat.
  8. Serve hot over cooked white rice and enjoy.

Notes

  • Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
  • Make the sauce a day ahead to enhance flavor.
  • Add red pepper flakes if you like it spicy.
  • Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 960mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Mongolian beef, PF Chang's copycat, beef stir fry, Asian dinner recipe, quick beef recipes