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Mongolian Beef Ramen Recipe

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Mongolian Beef Ramen is a flavorful and comforting dish combining tender sirloin steak seared to perfection with a savory-sweet sauce, fresh vegetables, and soft ramen noodles. The recipe features a quick stir-fry method with a rich sauce made from soy, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger, enhanced by toasted sesame oil and finished with crunchy broccoli, carrots, and scallions, garnished with sesame seeds for added texture and taste.

Ingredients

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Noodles

  • 3 packages instant ramen, flavor pack discarded

Beef and Sauce

  • 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 lb. sirloin steak, sliced against the grain
  • 2 tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp. toasted sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. minced ginger
  • 1/2 c. reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 c. lightly packed brown sugar
  • 1 c. low-sodium chicken (or beef) broth
  • Pinch red pepper flakes

Vegetables and Garnishes

  • 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks
  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced
  • Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the ramen noodles: Prepare the ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the noodles thoroughly and set them aside while you prepare the rest of the dish.
  2. Sear the beef: Toss the sliced sirloin with cornstarch to coat evenly. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the beef. Cook for about 2 minutes per side until the beef is nicely seared. Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.
  3. Make the sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low, add toasted sesame oil to the same skillet, then sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, low-sodium broth, and red pepper flakes. Bring this mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the sauce thickens, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Cook the vegetables: Add the broccoli florets and carrot matchsticks to the skillet. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
  5. Combine beef and noodles: Return the seared beef to the skillet and stir well to coat it evenly with the sauce. Then add the cooked ramen noodles and sliced scallions, gently tossing everything together until heated through and well combined.
  6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top as a final garnish and serve immediately for a delicious, hearty meal.

Notes

  • Use reduced-sodium soy sauce and broth to control the saltiness of the dish.
  • Cutting the beef against the grain ensures tender slices that are easier to chew.
  • Adjust brown sugar to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet sauce.
  • Feel free to swap broccoli and carrots with other vegetables like snap peas or bell peppers for variety.
  • For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add fresh chili slices.
  • Cook noodles just until tender to avoid mushiness when combined with the sauce.

Keywords: Mongolian Beef, Ramen, Asian Stir Fry, Easy Dinner, Beef Recipe, Quick Meal, Noodles, Broccoli, Garlic Ginger Sauce

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