Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
Quick and flavorful Mongolian beef noodles perfect for busy weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225g) noodles (spaghetti, udon, or rice noodles)
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles by boiling according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the beef in a large pan with vegetable oil over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté the minced garlic and ginger in the pan with the beef for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Make the sauce by mixing soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, hoisin sauce, and optional red pepper flakes in a bowl. Pour into the pan with beef and stir.
- Thicken the sauce by adding the cornstarch slurry, stirring continuously until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine the cooked noodles with the sauce and beef, tossing to coat.
- Garnish the dish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the sauce’s sweetness to your liking and use other proteins or vegetables as desired.