Mongolian Beef & Broccoli

By AzWench

The sauce in this Mongolian beef is fire.

Ingredients

• 1/4 c. plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 lb. flank steak, cut into strips
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tsp. freshly chopped ginger (peeled) or 1 tsp. ground ginger
• 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce
• 1/2 c. low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 c. brown sugar
• 1/4 c. water
• 1 head broccoli florets
• Sesame seeds, for garnish
• Cooked jasmine rice, for serving

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1/4 cup oil. Toss beef with corn starch. Cook until crispy, 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and drain fat.

2. Add remaining teaspoon oil to skillet. Add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, 1 minute, then add hoisin sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer and let thicken, 4 to 5 minutes, then add broccoli. Cover and cook until tender, about 3 minutes, then return beef to skillet and stir until completely coated in sauce.

3. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve over rice.