Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef is a deliciously tender and flavorful dish that brings the bold, savory-sweet flavors of your favorite takeout right to your kitchen. Made with tender slices of beef slow-cooked in a rich sauce of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar, this dish develops deep, comforting flavors over time. The slow cooker does all the work, leaving you with melt-in-your-mouth beef in a tangy sauce that pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles. It’s a hassle-free, crowd-pleasing dinner option that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- 4 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the beef: Place the thinly sliced beef in a large bowl and toss with cornstarch until the beef is evenly coated. This will help thicken the sauce as it cooks.
- Sear the beef (optional): In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef slices for 1-2 minutes on each side until browned. This step adds extra flavor but can be skipped if you’re in a hurry.
- Make the sauce: In the slow cooker, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, water, hoisin sauce, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook the beef: Add the beef to the slow cooker, making sure it’s submerged in the sauce. Stir to coat the beef with the sauce. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve: Garnish the Mongolian beef with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
This Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef is an easy and flavorful dish that delivers the taste of restaurant-quality Mongolian beef right in your home, with minimal effort!
