Mongolian Beef
In case you wonder, Mongolian Beef has nothing to do with Mongolia. The dish is as much Mongolian as French Dressing is French. The true origins of Mongolian Beef are not clear. Some believe that this dish originated from China, where naming restaurants or dishes after Mongolia is appealing to the local population. Mongolia’s harsh continental climate has greatly influenced its traditional diet, which primarily consists of dairy products, meat, and animal fats, with a noticeable shortage of vegetables and spices....