Mongolian Beef is a staple of American Chinese restaurant menus that originated from the Mongolian Barbecue concept created in Taiwan in the 1950s. It was adapted by Chinese‑American chefs to a quick stir‑fry using thin beef, soy‑based sauce and bold aromatics, becoming a beloved comfort dish in the United States.

Traditional Mongolian Barbecue involves diners selecting raw ingredients that are cooked on a large, circular grill by the chef, often with a custom sauce blend. The LE RIZ JAUNE version simplifies this to a home‑cooked stir‑fry, using pre‑sliced flank steak and a fixed sauce ratio for speed and consistency.

Some chefs add hoisin or oyster sauce for extra sweetness, others increase the heat with fresh chilies or Szechuan peppercorns. In the West Coast, a common variation includes broccoli or bell peppers, while the Midwest version often stays true to the simple soy‑brown‑sugar glaze.

Mongolian Beef is not tied to a specific holiday but is a popular dish for family gatherings, pot‑lucks, and casual dinner parties because it can be prepared quickly and pairs well with rice, making it a go‑to crowd‑pleaser.

The authentic recipe calls for flank steak, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, dried red chilies, cornstarch, and toasted sesame oil. Substitutes include sirloin tip for beef, tamari for soy sauce (gluten‑free), dry sherry for Shaoxing wine, and honey for brown sugar.

Mongolian Beef pairs beautifully with steamed jasmine or fried rice, simple stir‑fried bok choy, egg drop soup, and a crisp cucumber salad dressed with rice vinegar and sesame oil.

Common errors include slicing the beef against the grain, overcrowding the pan which steams rather than sears the meat, over‑cooking the beef, and adding too much oil which makes the sauce greasy. Follow the thin‑slice, high‑heat sear method and drain excess oil before finishing.

The slurry quickly gives the sauce a glossy, velvety texture without over‑cooking the beef. Reducing the sauce for a long time can concentrate salt and make the beef dry, while a small amount of starch achieves the desired thickness in seconds.

Yes, you can marinate the sliced beef and prepare the sauce up to 2 hours in advance, keeping them refrigerated separately. After cooking, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water.

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