Heart-Healthy Mongolian Beef
Discover a guilt-free twist on a takeout favorite with our **Heart-Healthy Mongolian Beef** recipe, perfect for those who crave bold flavors while supporting their wellness goals. This quick and easy dish swaps traditional ingredients for lean beef sirloin and low-sodium soy sauce, making it lower in sodium and saturated fat without sacrificing taste. A medley of fresh ginger, garlic, and red bell pepper adds aromatic depth, while green onions and sesame oil finish the dish with a savory flourish. Served over nutrient-rich steamed brown rice, this wholesome Mongolian beef is ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Embrace vibrant, heart-healthy cooking and enjoy a flavorful feast that’s sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean beef sirloin, sliced thinly
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Water
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 4 Green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 Red bell pepper, sliced thinly
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 cups Steamed brown rice, for serving
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the low-sodium soy sauce, water, and brown sugar until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
Lightly coat the beef with cornstarch and set aside for 5 minutes.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced beef in a single layer and cook until browned on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Do this in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Remove the beef and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the red bell pepper and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
Return the beef to the skillet, pour the soy sauce mixture over it, and stir to combine. Let it cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Add the green onions and sesame oil. Stir well and cook for another minute.
Season with ground black pepper to taste.
Serve the heart-healthy Mongolian beef over steamed brown rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.0 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 2326 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.5 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.7 g | ||
| Protein | 143.8 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 3105 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
