Description
Mongolian ground beef noodles blend savory Asian flavors in a quick, mouthwatering dinner that brings restaurant-quality comfort to your kitchen. Silky noodles and seasoned beef create a perfect harmony of taste, promising a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (453.6 g) ground beef
Noodles:
- 12 oz (340.2 g) noodles (spaghetti, lo mein, or egg noodles)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup (66 g) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (59 ml) water
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish:
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare noodles according to package directions, then thoroughly drain and reserve for later use.
- Warm sesame oil in a spacious skillet over moderate temperature, introducing ground beef and sautéing until completely browned, removing any accumulated fat.
- Incorporate finely chopped garlic and freshly grated ginger into the beef, allowing aromatics to release their essence for approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Create a complementary sauce by whisking soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and cornstarch in a separate mixing vessel until smooth and well-integrated.
- Transfer sauce mixture into the skillet containing browned beef, stirring continuously until the liquid transforms into a glossy, thickened coating.
- Introduce reserved noodles directly into the skillet, gently folding and tossing to ensure even distribution of sauce and beef throughout the pasta.
- Enhance the dish by sprinkling freshly sliced green onions and optional red pepper flakes for an additional layer of flavor and subtle heat.
- Present the Mongolian beef noodles immediately while piping hot, garnishing with a delicate sprinkle of sesame seeds for visual appeal and nutty undertone.
Notes
- Toast sesame seeds beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and add extra crunch to the dish.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce for better control of salt content, especially for those watching their sodium intake.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles to create a lighter, leaner, or vegetarian version of the recipe.
- Prep all ingredients in advance for a quick and smooth cooking process, reducing stress and making the meal more enjoyable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mongolian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg