Updated with WW Points on 5/21/23
Introducing a mouthwatering Weight Watchers Takeout copycat recipe that will satisfy your cravings for PF Chang’s!
Get ready for a delicious copycat version with this Healthy + Sticky Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef, made even better than the original.
The best part? This recipe serves 4 people and requires minimal effort. Simply toss all the ingredients together in your slow cooker, and let it work its magic. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to recreate the flavors of PF Chang’s at home.
Plus, except for the flank steak, you probably have all the other ingredients readily available in your pantry. Say goodbye to takeout and hello to a healthier, homemade version that doesn’t compromise on taste. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful dish!
What does Mongolian Beef taste like?
In case you never tasted Mongolian Beef before – simply put, it’s tender cuts of flank steak that gets simmered in a sticky savory and slightly sweet sauce. And like anything else you make in your slow cooker, the beef is so tender and delicious. Since I like spicy foods, I do add a couple dried red chilies, but you can definitely leave them out. They don’t add a ton of heat, but they do add a substantial amount of zing.
And if you are on the WW Program, you can really load this recipe up with 0 Point vegetables for added fiber to keep you full.
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What is the difference between Korean Beef vs. Mongolian Beef?
You may have had Korean Beef before which is totally different than Mongolian Beef. How? Well, Korean Beef is made with ground beef instead of flank steak. And it has the addition of sesame oil in the recipe – which is a mainstay ingredient in most Asian cooking.
What is the difference between Hunan Beef and Mongolian Beef?
Hunan Beef usually has the addition of fermented black beans or a similar bean sauce in the recipe and Mongolian Beef does not.
What is the difference between Szechuan Beef and Mongolian Beef?
Actually, I love Szechuan Beef too. Why? Because it’s usually super spicy due to the Szechuan Peppercorns compared to the savory sweet Mongolian Beef. Also, the always expensive Beef Tenderloin is used in Szechuan Beef instead of Flank Steak.
What ingredients do I need to make Healthy + Sticky Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef?
Flank Steak, Cut into Pieces
Cornstarch
Olive Oil
Garlic
Soy Sauce
Brown Sugar or Lakanto Brown Monkfruit Sweetener
Scallions
Whole Dry Szechuan Chinese Red Chili Pods, Optional
Healthy + Sticky Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef Recipe
PF Chang's Inspired: Healthy + Sticky Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef Recipe
Author:DeeDeeDoes
Recipe type:Dinner
Cuisine:Asian
Prep time:
Cook time:
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Serves:4
Ingredients
- 1.5 Pounds of Flank Steak, Cut into Pieces
- ⅛ Cup Cornstarch
- 2 Teaspoons of Olive Oil
- 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
- ¾ Cup Each of Soy Sauce + Water
- ¾ Cup of Lakanto Brown Monkfruit Sweetener
- 6 Scallions, Stems removed and slice in 1.5" Pieces
- Whole Dry Szechuan Chinese Red Chili Pods, Optional
Instructions
- Add steak strips with cornstarch into a gallon sized zippered plastic bag. Seal and shake to coat.
- Add oil, garlic, soy sauce, water, brown sugar blend and scallions to slow cooker. Whisk to combine. Add in 1 to 2 Red Chili Pods, if using.
- Add steak to slow cooker and stir until coated in sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours. Remove chili pods.
- This makes 4 servings and is 8 Points on the WW Program. Enjoy!
What to serve with Sticky Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef?
We love to serve this over riced cauliflower or riced broccoli. The soy sauce mixture really flavors these vegetable rices.
What vegetables can I add to Sticky Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef?
Shredded Carrots, Diced Carrots, Broccoli, Water Chestnuts, Bell Pepper Strips, Onion, Bamboo Shoots, Asparagus, Snow Peas, Sugar Snap Peas
How do I store leftover (if there is any) Sticky Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef?
You can store this in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
OR
You can freeze the leftovers in a freezer (covered) container for up to 3 months.
You can reheat in the microwave.
How many WW Points are in Mongolian Beef?
This makes 4 hearty servings. With using just the ingredients in the recipe as it is stated, each serving is 8 Points on WW. To bulk up this recipe even more, serve it over cauliflower or broccoli rice.
Want more Chinese Takeout Recipes that are WW Approved?
Chinese Pineapple Chicken
Chinese Ginger Chicken with Broccoli
Shrimp and Broccoli in Garlic Sauce
General Tso’s Chicken
Shrimp Lo Mein
Chicken Chow Mein
Chinese Egg Drop Soup
I hope you make this fantastic Healthy + Sticky Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef – Just Like PF Chang’s soon. Lastly, if you wanted to SERIOUSLY reduce the WW Points for this recipe, you can easily use skinless boneless chicken breast strips in place of the flank steak.
