This Mongolian Beef Spaghetti Feeds a Family for $10

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos can be more affordable.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is often cheaper.

spaghetti

🥗Healthier: whole wheat spaghetti

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Whole wheat adds fiber, while rice noodles are often less expensive.

Cook spaghetti in boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Slice beef into thin strips against the grain.

Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic in a bowl to create a marinade.

Add sliced beef to the marinade and let sit for 15 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add marinated beef to the skillet and stir-fry until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Remove beef from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add sliced carrots and bell peppers; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.

Return beef to the skillet, add cornstarch, and stir to coat evenly.

Pour in remaining marinade and cook until sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the beef and vegetables.

Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with green onions and red pepper flakes before serving.

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