Low Sugar Crockpot Mongolian Beef

Total time4 hr 15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time4 hr

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 ½ lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain into ¼-inch strips
USDA Choice Flank Steak Signature Farms Boneless Beef Flank Steak - 1.75 Lbs Beef Choice Boneless Flank Steak (1 Steak)H-E-B Grass Fed & Finished Beef Flank Steak - USDA Choice Private Selection™ Angus Beef Boneless Flank Steak
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¼ cup cornstarch
4 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces

For the sauce

⅔ cup low-sodium soy sauce
½ cup water
½ cup packed light brown sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Brown-sugar replacements vary in moisture, spread, and browning, so follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp red pepper flakes
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp cold water

For serving

3 cups cooked white rice, for serving
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1
Place the sliced flank steak in a large zip-top bag or bowl and toss with 1/4 cup cornstarch until every piece is evenly coated.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, 1/2 cup water, brown sugar, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until the sugar is fully dissolved.

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