Description
This Mongolian Ground Beef and Noodles recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that comes together quickly for a delicious weeknight meal. Tender noodles are tossed in a savory sauce with seasoned ground beef, garlic, and ginger, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Top with green onions and sesame seeds for a finishing touch of freshness and crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles:
- 8 ounces noodles (ramen, lo mein, or spaghetti)
Beef Stir-Fry:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup green onions (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the Beef: Heat sesame oil in a skillet, add ground beef, and cook until browned. Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Thicken the Sauce: If desired, add cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked noodles in the skillet with the sauce. Add green onions, cook briefly, and serve topped with sesame seeds.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
- Add stir-fried vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas for extra nutrition and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
