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Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef

Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef: Easy Comfort for Any Night

Enjoy the rich flavors of Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef, a comforting, gluten-free meal perfect for any busy night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Additional Cooking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Flank Steak Thinly sliced against the grain.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with white sugar.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated; fresh is preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Can replace with vegetable oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
  • 1/2 cup Water Can swap with low-sodium broth.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Vegetables Add bell peppers or broccoli in the last hour.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnish.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain, aiming for pieces about ¼ inch thick.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Whisk together until smooth.
  3. Add the sliced flank steak to the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it, mixing gently.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. For a thicker sauce, cook uncovered for an additional 30 minutes.
  5. Stir the beef gently and serve over rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 32gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is meal prep friendly and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2-3 months.

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