Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying meal with savory beef, aromatic ginger, garlic, and a rich sauce, all served over tender noodles. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, it's quick to make in under 30 minutes, with customizable spice options to suit all tastes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Noodles
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian, Mongolian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
8 oz (225g) linguine or spaghetti
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
¼ cup (60ml) low-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup (60ml) hoisin sauce
¼ cup (60ml) beef broth
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Noodles: Boil salted water, cook noodles per package instructions until al dente, drain, and set aside.
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Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, hoisin sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes.
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Cook the Ground Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add beef and brown, breaking it up. Drain excess fat.
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Add Aromatics: Reduce heat to medium, then stir in garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Combine Sauce and Beef: Pour in the prepared sauce, stir, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
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Mix in the Noodles: Add the cooked noodles, tossing to coat with the beef and sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes.
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Serve: Plate the noodles and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
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Customize heat with extra red pepper flakes or chili paste.
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Add veggies like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
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Use egg noodles or rice noodles for a different texture.
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