Healthy Instant Pot Mongolian Beef

Healthy Instant Pot Mongolian Beef

from whatmollymade.com
25 min
6 servings

This healthy instant pot mongolian beef and brocolli recipe is such an easy, healthy weeknight meal idea! This recipe can be made in under 30 minutes and it's tasty, healthy and kids will love it.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds flank steak
  • 1/3 cup coconut aminos ((or soy sauce if you aren't gluten free))
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger root (grated)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca starch or cornstarch
  • 2 cups broccoli florerts (chopped small)
  • 4 stalks green onion (scallions)
  • sesame seeds to top (optional)
  • Quinoa, white rice, cauliflower rice or brown rice for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the brown rice or quinoa according to the package instructions and set aside.

  2. 2

    Thinly slice the flank steak against the grain and set it aside. Turn on the Instant Pot and press the "Saute" button.  Allow it to heat up then, working in 2-3 batches, sear the steak and sear quickly on each side, 1-2 minutes. Overcrowding the Instant Pot will result in the steak steaming rather than searing.

  3. 3

    While the steak is searing, whisk together the coconut aminos or soy sauce  with the minced garlic, minced ginger, and water.

  4. 4

    When the steak is browned, cancel the saute feature on the Instant Pot and pour the liquid mixture over the browned steak. Lock on the lid and push the manual (or pressure cook) button on the Instant Pot and adjust the time to 8 minutes.

  5. 5

    While the beef is cooking, whisk together the corn starch or tapioca starch and 2 tablespoons of cold water in a small dish.

  6. 6

    When the time is up, quick release release the vent by turning the seal and allowing the steam to escape. You can put a dish towel over the steam to limit noise and protect your cabinets.

  7. 7

    Remove the lid then dd the cornstarch mixture, honey and broccoli. Push the saute button again and stir frequently until the sauce thickens. You can close the lid of the instant pot for a few minutes to allow the broccoli to steam, 4-6 minutes total. It will be done when the broccoli is cooked and the sauce is thickened. If you want the sauce thicker, add mix another tablespoon of cornstarch or tapioca starch together then add it to the Instant Pot and saute for a minute to thicken.

  8. 8

    Serve over brown rice, white rice, cauliflower rice or quinoa and top with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.