Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mongolian ground beef, a quick and easy dish that brings the essence of Ulaanbaatar to your kitchen. Tender, juicy beef combines with the sweetness of soy sauce and fresh vegetables for a meal that is both visually appealing and packed with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this dish is sure to delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 green onions, chopped (divided)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cups cooked rice or noodles
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients by chopping vegetables and measuring sauces.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes until crumbly. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Mix soy sauce and brown sugar in a small bowl, then pour over the beef. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Add bell peppers and half of the green onions; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender but still crisp.
- Drizzle sesame oil over the mixture before serving and garnish with remaining green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mongolian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added spice, include red pepper flakes or chili sauce. Swap out bell peppers with other vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for variety.