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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

Savory, sweet, and garlicky ground beef in a rich Mongolian-style sauce tossed with tender noodles. This dish comes together in under 30 minutes and is perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

  • 8 oz linguine, spaghetti, or rice noodles

  • 1 lb ground beef (lean, 85-90%)

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil)

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1/2 tsp ground ginger)

  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (light or dark)

  • 1/4 cup beef broth (or water)

  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry, for thickening)

  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

  • 3 green onions, sliced (reserve some for garnish)

  • 2 cups steamed broccoli florets (optional but recommended)

  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles

    • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. Cook the beef

    • Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

    • Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through (about 5–6 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.

  3. Add aromatics

    • Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. Make the sauce

    • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, and hoisin sauce.

    • Pour into skillet with beef and stir well.

  5. Thicken the sauce

    • Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 minutes until sauce slightly thickens and coats the beef.

  6. Combine everything

    • Add the drained noodles, broccoli, and green onions. Toss until well coated in sauce.

  7. Serve

    • Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For spice lovers: Add sriracha or extra red pepper flakes.

  • Noodle swap: Works well with rice noodles, egg noodles, or even ramen.

  • Veggie boost: Add bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots.

  • Make it lighter: Use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.

 

  • Gluten-free option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce + rice noodles.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: Cook noodles: 8 minutes Cook beef & sauce: 10 minutes Combine & finish: 2 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ½ cups (4 servings)
  • Calories: 505
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 1,120mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 59g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Find it online: https://greatfoodrecipe.com/mongolian-ground-beef-noodles/

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