Wok Your World with Flavorful Mongolian Beef Recipe

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE MONGOLIAN BEEF

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Slice the flank steak against the grain into ¼-inch-thick slices.

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In a medium bowl, combine the Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry), soy sauce, cornstarch, water, and baking soda.

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Add the beef and stir until evenly coated.

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In a small bowl, dissolve the brown sugar in the hot water. Mix in the regular soy sauce and dark soy sauce.

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Slice the scallions and mince the garlic and ginger.

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