Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles Recipe

why make this recipe

Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender beef with delicious noodles and a savory sauce. It is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress friends and family without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe uses simple ingredients, making it an accessible option for everyone, regardless of cooking skill.

how to make Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

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)

Directions :

1. Cook the Noodles – Boil the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Beef – In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
3. Sauté Aromatics – Add garlic and ginger to the beef, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Make the Sauce – In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, hoisin sauce, and red pepper flakes. Pour into the pan with the beef and stir well.
5. Thicken the Sauce – Add the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) to the pan. Stir and let it simmer until the sauce thickens.
6. Combine with Noodles – Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss until well coated with the sauce.
7. Garnish and Serve – Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the dish before serving.

how to serve Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

Serve the dish warm, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. It pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad. You can also offer extra soy sauce for those who like a stronger flavor.

how to store Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

You can store leftover Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it in a pan over medium heat until heated through.

tips to make Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

• Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, especially the garlic and ginger.
• If you like it spicy, feel free to increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
• Consider adding vegetables, such as bell peppers or snap peas, for extra color and nutrition.

variation

You can easily make this dish vegetarian by substituting the ground beef with plant-based ground meat or chopped mushrooms. Additionally, you can use different types of noodles based on your preference.

FAQs

1. Can I use other types of meat?
Yes! You can use chicken, turkey, or any type of ground meat you prefer. Adjust the cooking time as needed.

2. Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, if you use gluten-free soy sauce (like tamari) and ensure your noodles are gluten-free.

3. Can I freeze the leftovers?
It’s not recommended to freeze noodles as they can become mushy. Instead, store the beef and sauce separately, then combine with fresh noodles when ready to eat.

Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

A quick and flavorful dish that combines tender beef with delicious noodles and a savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Asian, Mongolian

Servings 4 servings

Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 8 oz noodles (spaghetti, udon, or rice noodles) Use your preferred type of noodles
• 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with chicken or turkey
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil For cooking
• 3 cloves garlic, minced For flavor
• 1 inch piece ginger, minced For flavor
• ¼ cup soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
• ¼ cup brown sugar For sweetness
• ½ cup beef broth For depth of flavor
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch Mixed with 2 tbsp water for thickening
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes Optional for heat
• ½ cup green onions, chopped For garnish
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds For garnish

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Boil the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
• In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
• Add garlic and ginger to the beef, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Cooking

• In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, hoisin sauce, and red pepper flakes. Pour into the pan with the beef and stir well.
• Add the cornstarch slurry to the pan. Stir and let it simmer until the sauce thickens.
• Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss until well coated with the sauce.

Serving

• Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the dish before serving.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, especially garlic and ginger. If you like it spicy, feel free to increase the amount of red pepper flakes. Consider adding vegetables, such as bell peppers or snap peas, for extra color and nutrition.

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