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Pressure Cooker Mongolian Beef Recipe Easy 30-Minute Homemade Dinner

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A quick and easy pressure cooker Mongolian beef recipe that delivers tender beef strips in a rich, savory, and slightly sweet caramelized sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 3–4 green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef thinly, about 1/8-inch thick, against the grain and set aside.
  2. Mince garlic and grate fresh ginger; have ready before heating the pressure cooker.
  3. Turn on the sauté function of the pressure cooker and add vegetable oil. When hot, add beef in batches and sear for about 2 minutes per side until browned but not cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add garlic and ginger. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding burning.
  5. Pour in soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, and beef broth. Stir to combine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Return the browned beef strips to the pot. Add red pepper flakes if using.
  7. Seal the lid and set the pressure cooker to high pressure for 10 minutes. After cooking, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  8. Open the lid and turn on sauté. Stir in the cornstarch slurry slowly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes, keeping a gentle simmer.
  9. Turn off heat and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately over steamed white rice or noodles.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness. Natural pressure release for 5 minutes helps keep beef tender. Add cornstarch slurry gradually to avoid a gluey sauce. Garnish with green onions and optionally toasted sesame seeds. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce and ensure hoisin sauce is gluten-free or omit it.

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