Description
A quick and savory weeknight dinner, Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles combine tender noodles, ground beef, and a rich, flavorful sauce. This 30-minute recipe balances sweet, savory, and umami flavors, perfect for a hearty family meal or meal prep. Keywords: Mongolian ground beef noodles, quick dinner recipe, hearty noodle dish.
Ingredients
Noodles and Beef
8 ounces (225g) spaghetti or your favorite noodles
1 pound (450g) ground beef
Cooking Essentials
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Aromatic Base
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
Sauce
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
Thickener
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
Optional Flavor Enhancers
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles:
- Prepare noodles as per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Beef:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef, cooking and breaking apart until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Remove excess fat.
- Make the Sauce:
- Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and ginger, stirring for 1 minute.
- Mix in soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and hoisin sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Thicken the Sauce:
- Stir cornstarch slurry into the skillet. Cook 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Add red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Combine with Noodles:
- Toss cooked noodles in the skillet, mixing until coated in the sauce. Heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve:
- Transfer to plates or a large dish. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
Customize the vegetables by adding bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots.
Adjust the sweetness by reducing brown sugar.
For spicier noodles, increase red pepper flakes or add sriracha.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 500 kcal per slice
