Mongolian Beef

Divine Mongolian Beef (Restaurant Style)

A bold, savory classic — tender slices of premium halal beef, seared to perfection and coated in a rich, glossy sauce. Crafted for that signature restaurant-style finish using clean, high-quality ingredients.

Serves: 3–4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes

Ingredients

Divine Beef & Coating

• 1 lb Divine Foods USA flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (avocado or vegetable)

Sauce

• ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce or halal-certified tamari
• ⅓ cup brown sugar or honey
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional, recommended for depth)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

Finish

• 4 green onions, sliced
• Sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Beef

Toss the thinly sliced Divine beef with cornstarch until evenly coated.
Allow it to rest for 5 minutes — this step creates the signature light, crispy texture when seared.

Step 2: Sear the Beef

Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Cook the beef in batches, ensuring the pan is not overcrowded.
Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and slightly crisp.
Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Sauce

In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in soy sauce, brown sugar (or honey), water, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.

Step 4: Combine and Glaze

Return the beef to the pan.
Toss until fully coated in the sauce.
Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy and clings to the beef.

Step 5: Finish

Add sliced green onions and gently toss.
Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with:

• Steamed jasmine rice
• Garlic fried rice
• Stir-fried vegetables
• Cauliflower rice (low-carb option)

Divine Chef Tips

✔ Slice beef thinly and against the grain for maximum tenderness
✔ Use high heat to achieve an authentic restaurant-style sear
✔ For a thicker, glossier sauce, add a cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with water)
✔ For a cleaner halal sweetness, substitute honey in place of refined sugar