Pressure cooker mongolian beef with onions
Delight in the rich flavors of Pressure Cooker Mongolian Beef with Onions! This savory recipe features tender flank steak seasoned with garlic, soy sauce, and ginger, sweetened with brown sugar, and perfectly cooked in a pressure cooker. A deliciously quick and easy dinner option that melts in your mouth!
Cook time 12 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
32 oz flank steak1 tbsp salt
1 tbsp black pepper
1 tbsp vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup water
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp ginger root
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp water
3 onions
Pressure Cooker Mongolian Beef with Onions is a savory and tender dish that brings the flavors of a restaurant-quality meal right into your kitchen. Utilizing a pressure cooker not only accelerates the cooking process but also ensures that the beef becomes incredibly tender while absorbing the rich flavors of the soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests.
Instructions:
- Thinly slice the 32 oz flank steak against the grain. This helps tenderize the meat and makes it absorb the flavors better.
- Season the sliced flank steak with 1 tbsp salt and 1 tbsp black pepper. Toss to evenly coat the beef slices.
- Set your pressure cooker to the “Sauté” function and heat up 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
- Add the minced 4 garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned flank steak slices to the pressure cooker. Sear the meat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned on all sides.
- In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup water, 2/3 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp grated ginger root. Mix until the brown sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the browned steak in the pressure cooker.
- Stir in the 3 sliced onions, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Secure the lid on the pressure cooker and set the vent to the sealing position.
- Cook on high pressure for 12 minutes.
- While the beef is cooking, prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing 2 tbsp cornstarch with 3 tbsp water in a small bowl. Stir until smooth.
- Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then perform a quick release to release any remaining pressure.
- Carefully open the lid, set the cooker to the “Sauté” function, and stir in the cornstarch slurry.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Turn off the pressure cooker and let the Mongolian beef cool slightly before serving.
- Serve the Mongolian beef over steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetables.
Tips:
- For an even more flavorful dish, marinate the flank steak in the soy sauce, garlic, and ginger mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Cut the flank steak against the grain for even more tender pieces of meat.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can increase the amount of cornstarch and water mixture to your liking.
- For added texture, consider garnishing with chopped green onions or sesame seeds before serving.
- Always allow the pressure cooker to release pressure naturally for the best texture and to ensure the meat is thoroughly cooked.
Enjoy your Pressure Cooker Mongolian Beef with Onions over a bed of steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables. This recipe offers a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, and the pressure cooker ensures a hassle-free cooking experience. With every bite, you'll appreciate the tenderness of the beef and the rich, aromatic sauce.
Nutrition per serving
6 ServingsCalories 350kcal
Protein 36g
Carbohydrates 30g
Fiber 0.68g
Sugar 24g
Fat 12g
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