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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A quick and delicious 20-minute Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe featuring savory-sweet stir-fried ground beef with noodles in a rich, flavorful sauce. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner with bold Asian-inspired flavors.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 oz spaghetti, linguine, or rice noodles (cooked and drained)

Sauce and Aromatics

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup beef broth (or water)
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Garnish

  • 4 green onions, sliced (reserve some for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook Noodles: Prepare noodles according to package instructions, drain well, and set aside until ready to combine.
  2. Brown Ground Beef: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, and hoisin sauce. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the beef and aromatics.
  5. Thicken Sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) to the skillet and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency.
  6. Combine and Toss: Add the cooked noodles and sliced green onions to the skillet. Toss everything together until noodles are thoroughly coated with the sauce.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and additional green onions for garnish. Serve hot immediately.

Notes

  • Swap ground beef for ground chicken, turkey, or pork for a different protein option.
  • For extra vegetables, stir in sliced bell peppers, snap peas, or shredded carrots during cooking.
  • Use rice noodles to make this dish gluten-free, ensuring all sauces used are certified gluten-free.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stirfry
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American

Find it online: https://justsosweet.com/mongolian-ground-beef-noodles-recipe/