Instant Pot Mongolian Beef Recipe – Quick & Easy
Instant Pot Mongolian Beef — a asian recipe (main course) with 10 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
40
Total Time (min)
6
servings
342
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef flank steak (sliced into thin strips)
- 1 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 1 cup beef broth (or water)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for thickening)
- 3 green onions sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
7 steps
Prepare the Beef
Slice the flank steak into thin strips against the grain.
This helps in tenderizing the beef.Mix Sauce Ingredients
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
Make sure the sugar is fully dissolved.Sauté Beef
Set your Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and add the sliced beef. Cook until browned.
Do this in batches to avoid steaming.Add Sauce and Broth
Pour the prepared sauce and beef broth over the beef in the Instant Pot.
Scrape the bottom to deglaze.Pressure Cook
Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to 'Manual' for 15 minutes.
Allow a natural pressure release for best results.Thicken Sauce
If desired, mix cornstarch with a little water and stir into the sauce after opening the pot.
Cook on 'Sauté' to thicken.Serve
Garnish with sliced green onions and red pepper flakes before serving.
Pair with rice or noodles.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your asian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Instant Pot Mongolian Beef Recipe – Quick & Easy is a beloved dish from Asian cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 40 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Asian cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use sirloin or ribeye, but flank is preferred for tenderness.
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Nutrition Facts
6 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
Recipe Details
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