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Easy Savory Mongolian Ground Beef Recipe Perfect for Quick Dinners

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A quick and flavorful Mongolian ground beef recipe featuring garlic, ginger, and a sweet-savory soy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (can substitute with avocado oil)
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: mince garlic and ginger, slice green onions, and measure sauce components (about 5 minutes).
  2. Mix the sauce: whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth; set aside.
  3. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. Add ground beef to skillet, breaking it apart; cook 5-7 minutes until mostly browned but still juicy.
  5. Add minced garlic and ginger; stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden.
  6. Pour sauce mixture over beef; stir well to coat evenly.
  7. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  8. Stir in sliced green onions and optional red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds to 1 minute to combine flavors.

Notes

Use low sodium soy sauce to reduce salt intake. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Avoid burning garlic by lowering heat if pan gets too hot. Add more water if sauce thickens too much or simmer longer if too thin. Ground turkey or chicken can be used but will alter flavor and texture.

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