MONGOLIAN GROUND BEEF NOODLES
This quick and flavorful Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe is packed with sweet and savory sauce, ground beef, and tender noodles. It's perfect for busy weeknights—ready in just 30 minutes and sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 8 oz noodles lo mein or spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoon water
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, and red pepper flakes. Simmer.
- Mix in cornstarch slurry; cook until thickened.
- Add cooked noodles and toss well to coat.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
- Customizable Protein: Try ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Vegetable Add-In: Add bell peppers, snap peas, or shredded carrots.
- Make Ahead: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan or microwave.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Extra Flavor: Add a splash of rice vinegar or a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.