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Mongolian BBQ Recipe

Mongolian BBQ Recipe


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  • Author: Keyla Stewart
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

 This sizzling Mongolian BBQ recipe brings smoky, sweet-savory Asian street food straight to your kitchen in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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Proteins (choose 1–2):

  • Beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • Pork tenderloin, sliced thin
  • Chicken breast/thighs, thinly sliced
  • Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • Firm tofu or tempeh (vegetarian option)

Vegetables (choose 3–5):

  • Green cabbage, shredded
  • Broccoli florets
  • Carrots, julienned
  • Red and yellow bell peppers, sliced
  • Mushrooms (shiitake/button), sliced
  • Zucchini, thinly sliced
  • Bean sprouts
  • Scallions, chopped

Noodles:

  • Rice noodles or udon noodles, pre-cooked

Sauce Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari)
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Optional: 1 tsp chili paste

Garnishes:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Crushed peanuts (optional)

Instructions

  • Prep Ingredients: Slice vegetables and proteins; pre-cook noodles and lay everything out in bowls.
  • Make Sauce: Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a bowl. Adjust heat with chili paste if desired.
  • Cook Protein: Heat wok with oil. Stir-fry meat or tofu until cooked and browned. Remove and set aside.
  • Stir-Fry Veggies: Add oil if needed. Stir-fry firmer veggies first, then add softer ones. Cook until just tender.
  • Combine & Sauce: Add proteins and noodles back into wok. Pour sauce over everything and stir-fry until well-coated.
  • Plate & Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds, cilantro, and optional crushed peanuts.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate meat in soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil.
  • Cook in small batches to maintain high heat and prevent steaming.
  • Prepping all ingredients beforehand ensures a smooth cooking experience.
  • Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days; freeze cooked components (except noodles) for up to 2 months.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg