Description
A quick and flavorful noodle dish featuring tender ground beef coated in a savory-sweet Mongolian-style sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 8 oz noodles (lo mein, udon, or spaghetti)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, hoisin sauce, and red pepper flakes (if using). Pour the sauce into the skillet with the beef. Stir to combine.
- In another small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a dash of sriracha. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for added nutrition. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 471
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1044mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 101mg
Keywords: Mongolian beef, ground beef noodles, quick dinner, Asian noodles
