Mongolian Beef Lettuce Cups

Mongolian Beef Lettuce Cups is a 20-minute protein packed dinner. Pick estimates $6.10 a serving, above the catalog average of $5.05, with 42g of protein and 430 kcal. You need stove and 8 ingredients.

• 20 minCook time
• $6.10Est. cost
• 430Calories
• 42gProtein
• 28gCarbs
• 17gFat

Estimated cost per serving at a mid-range supermarket. Real prices vary by store and week.

Ingredients

• 🥩Sirloin SteakMeat & Seafood6 oz
• 🥬Romaine LettuceProduce2 cup
• 🍶Soy SaucePantry2 tbsp
• 🫚GingerProduce1 tbsp
• 🧄GarlicProduce3 clove
• 🌽CornstarchPantry1 tsp
• 🫙Sesame OilPantry1 tsp
• 🧅Spring OnionProduce3 piece

Method

1. Slice the steak as thinly as you can against the grain and toss it with the cornstarch.
2. Heat a wok until smoking, add the sesame oil and sear the beef in a single layer for 90 seconds per side.
3. Push the beef to one side and add the minced garlic and grated ginger for 30 seconds.
4. Pour in the soy sauce with 3 tablespoons of water and a teaspoon of sugar and let it bubble for 2 minutes until syrupy.
5. Toss the beef through the glaze with most of the sliced spring onion.
6. Separate the romaine into cup shaped leaves and spoon the beef in, topping with the rest of the spring onion.

You'll need

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