Description
Sizzling Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry with Ramen brings bold Asian flavors to your dinner table with tender strips of beef and springy noodles. Crispy, savory sauce and quick cooking make this dish a perfect weeknight meal you can master in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) flank steak
- 2 packages ramen noodles
proteins and seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for marinating beef)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- ¼ cup soy sauce (for stir-fry sauce)
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
vegetables and garnish:
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 2 green onions
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Carefully slice the flank steak into thin, diagonal strips against the grain’s natural lines, ensuring uniform cuts for even cooking and tenderness.
- Create a robust marinade by blending soy sauce, cornstarch, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Immerse the beef strips completely, allowing the mixture to infuse flavor for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
- Craft the stir-fry sauce by whisking together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves smoothly, creating a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors.
- Prepare the ramen noodles according to package directions, ensuring they are cooked al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside, preventing excess water from diluting the sauce.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Carefully arrange marinated beef strips in a single layer, allowing each piece to develop a caramelized exterior. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until edges turn golden brown.
- Transfer the seared beef to a separate plate, preserving its crispy texture and preventing overcooking.
- In the same cooking vessel, add additional oil and quickly stir-fry bell peppers and onions until they reach a vibrant, tender-crisp consistency, maintaining their natural crunch and color.
- Reintroduce the beef to the skillet, combining it with the sautéed vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture, gently tossing to ensure every morsel is evenly coated.
- Allow the ingredients to simmer for 1-2 minutes, melding the flavors and heating the components thoroughly.
- Arrange the cooked ramen noodles in serving bowls as a foundation. Generously spoon the Mongolian beef and vegetable mixture over the noodles.
- Garnish with finely chopped green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, adding a fresh, nutty dimension to the dish.
Notes
- Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing, ensuring each bite is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
- Marinating meat with soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic, and ginger helps tenderize and infuse deep, rich flavors into the beef.
- Create a quick and flavorful stir-fry sauce by whisking together soy sauce, hoisin, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for a perfect balance of sweet and savory.
- Cook beef in a single layer to achieve a beautiful golden-brown sear, which locks in juices and creates irresistible caramelization.
- Stir-fry vegetables just until tender-crisp to maintain their vibrant color, crunch, and nutritional value.
- Garnish with fresh green onions and sesame seeds to add a pop of color, extra texture, and a nutty flavor boost to the final dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mongolian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg