Ingredients and Weight:
- Flank steak (1 pound)
- Soy sauce (1/4 cup)
- Brown sugar (1/4 cup)
- Honey (1 tablespoon)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Ginger (1 tablespoon, minced)
- Sesame oil (1 teaspoon)
- Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
- Red pepper flakes (1/4 teaspoon)
- Green onions (1/4 cup, sliced)
- Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 out of 5
Preparation Method Steps:
- Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips.
- In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the steak strips to the marinade and toss to coat evenly.
- Let the steak marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- Add the marinated steak strips to the hot oil and stir-fry until cooked through and browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and slightly spicy
- Tender and flavorful steak
- Quick and easy to prepare
- Americanized version of a traditional Mongolian dish
User Comments:
- "This dish is delicious! The steak is so tender and the sauce is perfect."
- "I loved the combination of sweet and spicy flavors."
- "This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal."
- "My family loves this dish. I've made it several times now."
- "The only thing I would change is to add more ginger to the marinade."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have flank steak, you can use another type of thin-cut steak, such as skirt steak or thinly sliced beef chuck.
- The longer you marinate the steak, the more tender it will be.
- Be sure to cook the steak over high heat so that it browns quickly and evenly.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.
