Description
This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe is a quick, budget-friendly meal with bold, savory flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and tastes better than takeout. The combination of tender noodles, flavorful ground beef, and a rich sweet-savory sauce makes this dish a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean or extra lean)
- 8 oz noodles (linguine, fettuccine, spaghetti, or ramen)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup hoisin sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
For Garnish:
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add garlic and ginger and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in black pepper and red pepper flakes.
- Prepare the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, and beef broth.
- Combine the sauce with beef, letting it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Thicken the sauce by stirring in the cornstarch slurry and cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked noodles, stirring to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, then serve hot.
Notes
- For extra vegetables, add bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli.
- Swap ground beef for chicken, turkey, or tofu for a different protein option.
- Adjust the sweetness and spice level to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired