Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker Mongolian Beef

Step 1

Season beef with salt and pepper. Put oil in the cooking pot and select browning. When oil begins to sizzle, brown meat in batches until all meat is browned - do not crowd. Transfer meat to a plate when browned.

Step 2

Add the garlic and sauté 1 minute. Add soy sauce, 1/2 cup water, brown sugar, and ginger. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Add browned beef and any accumulated juices. Select High Pressure. Set timer for 12 minutes.

Step 4

When beep sounds turn pressure cooker off and use a quick pressure release. When valve drops carefully remove the lid.

Step 5

Combine the cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water, whisking until smooth. Add cornstarch mixture to the sauce in the pot stirring constantly. Select Simmer and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until sauce thickens. Stir in green onions.