Mongolian Beef I Recipe

In a dry skillet over medium heat toast sesame seeds for 1 to2 minutes or until the seeds begin to turn golden brown; set aside.

In a medium bowl mix together 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch and minced garlic. Stir in beef strips. Let stand for at least 10 minutes.

In a separate small bowl mix together water 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch sugar sesame seeds and red pepper flakes; set aside.

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Cook and stir beef in hot oil for 1 minute; remove and set aside. Heat remaining tablespoon of oil in the same pan. Saute carrots and white part of green onions for 2 minutes. Stir in green parts of the green onion and saute for 1 minute. Stir in sesame seed mixture and beef. Cook and stir until sauce boils and thickens.