Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef Chow Mein

Introduction

Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef Chow Mein is your answer to a mouthwatering Asian-inspired dinner that calls for minimal hands-on time and delivers maximum flavor. Picture tender strips of beef infused with sweet, savory Mongolian sauce, tossed with vegetables and noodles—all done in your slow cooker. It’s a crowd-pleaser that transforms classic takeout cravings into a satisfying, home-cooked meal your whole family will love.

Deliciously Unique Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef Chow Mein

What sets this dish apart is the irresistible combination of velvety slow-cooked beef, glossy Mongolian sauce, and perfectly sauced stir-fry noodles—without the need for constant stove-top juggling. The beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender, soaking up the richness of the sauce, while stir fry noodles and veggies finish everything off for a complete, balanced meal.

Perfectly Balanced Mongolian Sauce

This custom sauce, made with soy, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, simmers with the beef in your slow cooker, thickening naturally and coating every ingredient for ultimate flavor. If you want extra depth, a splash of hoisin or a pinch of crushed red pepper can be added to fit your palate.

How to Assemble Your Chow Mein Meal

After the slow cooker does its magic with the beef and sauce, you’ll toss in pre-cooked chow mein noodles and your favorite stir-fry vegetables—think snow peas, bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots. The results? Restaurant-style noodles and veggies that soak up every drop of Mongolian flavor, making every forkful satisfying.

Serving Suggestions for a Show-Stopping Meal

Serve your Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef Chow Mein in generous bowls, topped with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Pair it with simple sides like steamed edamame or a crisp Asian slaw for an impressive, no-fuss dinner spread that feels like a special occasion any night of the week.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 6 hearty servings. Each serving typically contains approximately 450 to 500 calories, depending on the cut of beef and amount of noodles and vegetables used. It’s a filling, balanced meal with protein, veggies, and satisfying carbs.

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Instructions

1. Lightly coat beef strips in corn starch and set aside.
2. In your slow cooker, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, water, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
3. Add coated beef to the sauce in the slow cooker and stir to combine. Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours, until the beef is tender.
4. During the last 30 minutes of cook time, prepare chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
5. In a large skillet or directly in the slow cooker (if it’s oven-safe), toss cooked noodles and stir-fry vegetables with the Mongolian beef mixture until everything is well coated and heated through (about 5 minutes). Alternatively, add veggies to the slow cooker during the last 30–40 minutes of cooking for softer results.
6. Serve hot, garnished with green onion slices and sesame seeds.

Weekly Meal Planning

Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef Chow Mein is great for batch cooking and meal prep. Save and schedule this recipe for your weekly rotation to automatically generate shopping lists, align similar ingredients across your recipes, and streamline your week!

Planning Benefits:

• Automatically calculates ingredient quantities for every planned meal
• Keeps your shopping list organized by grocery section
• Reduces duplicate buys, saves money, and prevents forgotten items
• Makes weekly meal prep seamless—just select, shop, and cook!

Pro Tip: Planning other Asian-inspired meals? Schedule your weekly meals to see overlapping ingredients—like soy sauce or green onions—so you purchase only what you need and reduce kitchen waste.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4–5 hours (low) or 2–3 hours (high)
Finish & Assemble: 10 minutes
Total Time: 4–5 hours (mostly hands-off)

Enjoy the ease and unbeatable flavor of this Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef Chow Mein—your new favorite way to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home with minimal effort!