Description
This quick and flavorful Mongolian noodle dish combines tender ground beef with a sweet and savory soy-based sauce, tossed with your favorite noodles. A perfect weeknight meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz noodles (lo mein, spaghetti, or rice noodles)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup beef broth (or water)
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sriracha (optional for heat)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the beef: In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, hoisin sauce, sriracha, and black pepper. Pour into the skillet.
- Thicken the sauce: Mix cornstarch and water, then stir it into the sauce. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine everything: Add cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing well to coat with the sauce. Stir in green onions and sesame oil.
- Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy hot!
Notes
- Substitute chicken, turkey, or tofu for ground beef.
- Add veggies like bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli for extra crunch.
- Adjust spice level by increasing or omitting sriracha.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keywords: Mongolian noodles, ground beef noodles, easy Asian recipes