Mongolian Beef ~ A Perfect Take Out Recipe (2024)

Instant Pot Mongolian Beef is a delicious way to make your favorite Chinese takeout foods at home and avoid the long waits and hefty bill. This Mongolian beef recipe is very simple and the perfect recipe for someone trying to cut down on their fast food intake!

I’m not going to lie, I love to eat out and try foods at restaurants.

Unfortunately, when you have kids that bill gets higher as they get older and after you’ve included the gratuity tip at the end I could have bought a week’s worth of groceries for that same amount.

Thankfully, I know my way around the kitchen and this Mongolian beef recipe is so good that I don’t even miss going out anymore.

Instant Pot Mongolian Beef

This Mongolian Beef Instant Pot recipe is so easy to make that you wonder why you ever paid someone else to make it for you.

But of course, then you remember that you still have the dishes to clean up and it all makes sense. Thankfully that’s what teenagers and spouses are for, am I right?

With the flavorful and thick Mongolian beef sauce coating your thin sliced flank steak and veggies, you’re going to fall in love with making you own Chinese-American foods in your own home.

Serve your Mongolian beef with white rice or Yakisoba noodles, or teriyaki stir fry for a delicious meal with plenty of variety.

Serves 4 | Perfect for Dinner | 6Qt Instant Pot | Ready in 15 min

As a mom I’ve learned how to be frugal, it’s just part of life. This recipe calls for Flank Steak which is heavenly all on it’s own.

However, you can also use a lesser quality steak and still achieve a good copycat to the original Mongolian Beef Recipe you’ve come to love.

Instant Pot Mongolian Beef is quick, easy and so tender. It’s delicious.

It’s no lie, I do have expensive tastes. However, I’ve learned hacks to spend less and still enjoy the things I want most. When feeding a family, and especially boys, meals need to go as far as they can while still providing nutrition and great taste.

I’m a sucker for a great steak and I love Mongolian Beef. It’s juicy and tender and packed full of flavors that I just love. But I can’t always afford an expensive cut of meat. So this hack will save you a few dollars without losing the flavors you are looking for.

Substitutions

Try purchasing Carne Asada, which is a thin sliced beef. Often times your local grocer will have packages of this thin sliced beef ready for you to pick up a package to two and you will be on your way to a great meal.

The recipe is the same for either cuts of meat. But I hope you enjoy a few extra dollars in your pocket. I know I do!

How to make Mongolian Beef Recipe

• Slice Flank steak against the grain at an angle into thin slices. Cut each slice into large pieces.
• In a separate bowl combine Soy Sauce, Brown Sugar, Beef Broth, Hoisin Sauce, Sesame Sauce, ginger and Red Pepper Flakes. Set Aside.
• Heat Instant Pot to Saute' and allow to get hot. Add olive Oil, and garlic
• Add sliced meat and cook for 90 seconds per side. Turn Instant Pot off.
• Add liquid mixture to Instant Pot and Beef. Stir.
• Set to Manual for 4 minutes and Quick Release (QR).
• In a separate bowl combine Cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
• Add slurry to Instant Pot and heath through while stirring. Sauce will thicken.
• Add Julienne carrots and close lid for 1 minute. Garnish with Green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice, fresh steamed vegetables, or noodles.

Do I have to use Flank or Skirt Steak for Mongolian Beef?

No, you do not. Traditionally Mongolian Beef is made with Flank steak as it’s so juicy and tender, however I would also recommend a Carne Asada cut of meat as well.

What can I serve Mongolian Beef With?

We like Rice (brown or white), however you can also serve with noodles, chow mien, or even a bowl of freshly steamed veggies is perfect.

What kind of beef is Mongolian Beef?

Mongolian beef is an American dish that more often than not requests you to use flank steak in order to get the beefy pieces. I suggest Carne Asada to save a few bucks, but using a sirloin steak can also work when you’re in a pinch.

What is the difference between Kung Pao Beef and Mongolian Beef?

Kung Pao Beef is spicy and made with Szechuan peppers whereas Mongolian beef is made to not be spicy at all and can be considered a little sweet too.

I want to make a family style Chinese Meal, what other recipes can I try?

We love Family Style Meals and would certainly recommendCashew ChickenorHoney Garlic Chicken. Both of these recipes are done in the Instant Pot.

How do I thicken my sauce?

The sauce can be easily thickened by adding 2 Tbs Cornstarch to as little as water as possible and adding it to your sauce.

Is Mongolian Beef Spicy?

Red Pepper Flakes give this recipe a kick, but you can tone it down or up depending on how many you add.

What does Mongolian Beef Taste Like?

People love the taste of Take Out. The rich brown sauce is addicting with the flavors of soy, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.

It’s sweet and savory all in one and served over rice is the perfect balance of flavors.

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Quick Tips

To thicken sauce, add 2 Tbl Cornstarch to as little as water as possible and mix, then add to your sauce over medium heat and stir. The sauce will thicken up nicely.

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