Mongolian BEEF BRISKET | Tsagaan Sar A Simple Living White Moon Special

beef brisket

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken reduces fat content while pork is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is a budget-friendly alternative.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is lower on the glycemic index, and white sugar is usually cheaper.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while canola is often more affordable.

Slice beef brisket against the grain into thin strips.

Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and water in a bowl.

Marinate the beef strips in the soy sauce mixture for at least 30 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 the beef from the skillet and set aside.

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

Return the beef to the skillet and add sesame oil, rice vinegar, and black pepper.

Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.

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