Mahogany Beef
Transport your taste buds to a world of savory-sweet indulgence with this irresistible Mahogany Beef recipe. Tender strips of beef sirloin are seared to perfection and bathed in a glossy, umami-rich sauce crafted from soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, garlic, and ginger, then thickened to a luscious consistency with a cornstarch slurry. The addition of sesame oil lends a nutty depth, while green onions and toasted sesame seeds provide a fresh, aromatic garnish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and crowd-pleasing dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a balanced meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, Mahogany Beef offers a harmonious blend of sweet, salty, and savory flavors that will leave everyone craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Beef sirloin, cut into strips
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water (for slurry)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Set aside for later use.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the beef strips to the skillet in batches to avoid overcrowding. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
Pour the prepared sauce into the same skillet, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
Whisk the cornstarch slurry again to recombine, then slowly pour it into the simmering sauce while stirring constantly. Allow the sauce to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
Return the cooked beef strips to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly with the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the beef is cooked through and the sauce is glossy.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the Mahogany Beef to a serving platter.
Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving. Pair with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2089 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.5 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.6 g | 193% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 476 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 5002 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.1 g | ||
| Protein | 169.9 g | 340% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2786 mg | 59% | |
*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.
