Mongolian Beef

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High Protein Takeout-Inspired Meal Prep

Mongolian Beef

Sweet, savory, sticky beef with better macros than the takeout version.

Thin steak, a glossy soy-garlic sauce, and a fast stir-fry finish make this one hit hard. Great as a bowl, in lettuce wraps, or built into a full stir-fry plate.

315 Calories

30g Protein

16g Fat

12g Carbs

Servings 4 servings

Prep Time 15 min

Cook Time 20 min

Total Time 35 min

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Ingredients

• 1 lb NY strip or ribeye steak, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 2 tsp + 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 1/2 tsp minced ginger
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup brown sugar substitute
• 1 tsp sesame oil, optional
• 2 green onions, sliced

Kev Tip

Slice the steak thin and against the grain. That’s the difference between chewy strips and that tender takeout-style bite you actually want.

Make It Fit Your Macros Leaner: use flank or sirloin instead of ribeye or strip.
Lower carb: reduce the sweetener slightly and serve in lettuce wraps.
More volume: bulk it up with broccoli, peppers, or snap peas.

Storage / Meal Prep Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat quickly in a skillet so the beef stays tender and the sauce stays glossy.

Instructions

1. 1Toss the thinly sliced beef with the cornstarch and let it sit for 10–15 minutes.
2. 2In a small saucepan, heat 2 teaspoons oil. Add the ginger and garlic, then stir in the soy sauce, water, sweetener, and sesame oil if using. Simmer until slightly thickened.
3. 3Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
4. 4Cook the beef in batches until browned and cooked through.
5. 5Pour the sauce over the beef, add the green onions, and toss until glossy and coated.
6. 6Serve immediately however you want to build it.

Meal Options

Beef & Veggie Rice Bowl Lettuce Wraps Quinoa Stir Fry

Beef & Veggie Rice Bowl
485 calories • 33g protein • 38g carbs • 21g fat • 3g fiber

Includes 4 oz Mongolian beef, 1/2 cup cooked jasmine rice, 1 cup steamed broccoli, 1 tsp sesame seeds, 1/2 tsp sesame oil

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