Mongolian Beef
Crispy beef strips in a sweet and savory soy-ginger sauce with scallions. Chinese-American takeout favorite.
Crispy beef strips in a sweet and savory soy-ginger sauce with scallions. Chinese-American takeout favorite.
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Combine grated pear, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, onion, and pepper. Marinate beef at least 30 minutes.
Quick pickle: toss cucumber and carrot with vinegar, sugar, and salt. Set aside.
Cook beef in a very hot skillet in batches, 1-2 minutes per side until caramelized.
Don't move the beef too much โ let it get a good sear.
Serve with rice, wrap in lettuce, or eat with kimchi and pickled vegetables.
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Each serving of Mongolian Beef delivers 34g of protein at 450 calories โ that's 13 calories per gram of protein, making it one of the more efficient protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 30% of total calories in this dish. The 42g of carbohydrates per serving provide energy for training, making this a well-rounded meal both pre- and post-workout. The 16g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, contributing to satiety and supporting fat-soluble vitamin absorption.
Mongolian Beef is a straightforward recipe that scales well for meal prep. This recipe makes 4 servings, each delivering 34g of protein and 450 calories โ ideal for tracking macros across the week. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave in 90-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through. Adding a small splash of water or broth prevents the protein from drying out during reheating. Mongolian Beef also freezes well โ portion into individual freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Batch cooking a double or triple portion on the weekend means you have 34g-protein meals ready throughout the week with zero daily effort.
The marination step actually benefits from being done the night before. The longer it marinates (up to 24 hours), the more flavorful it becomes.
Ribeye has the most flavor, sirloin is leaner. For thin-slicing, flank or skirt steak work great. Freeze the steak for 20 minutes first for easier thin slicing.
Minimum 30 minutes for noticeable flavor, 2-4 hours is ideal. Overnight works for most proteins but don't exceed 24 hours โ the acid can break down the meat too much and make it mushy.
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BoBo ChefFitness enthusiast and home cook. Every recipe is tested in a real kitchen and macro-verified before publishing.