Mongolian Beef

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Ingredients

1 pound	flank steak
1/4 cup	cornstarch
2 tablespoons	vegetable oil
1 tablespoon	ginger
2 cloves	garlic
1/2 cup	soy sauce
1/4 cup	water
1/2 cup	brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon	red pepper flakes
1 bunch	green onions
—	salt to taste
—	black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1 Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain into bite-sized pieces.
2. 2 In a bowl, toss the sliced steak with cornstarch until evenly coated. Set aside for 10 minutes.
3. 3 Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. 4 Add the coated steak pieces to the skillet in batches and cook until browned and crispy. Remove and set aside.
5. 5 In the same skillet, add minced ginger and garlic, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. 6 Pour in the soy sauce, water, and brown sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
7. 7 Add red pepper flakes and bring the sauce to a simmer.
8. 8 Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
9. 9 Add the green onions and cook for another 2 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
10. 10 Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.