Description
This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe is a flavorful and quick Asian-inspired dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender lo mein noodles are tossed with savory ground beef cooked in a rich sauce made from soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin, and beef broth, accented by garlic, ginger, and green onions. This comforting meal is garnished with sesame seeds for a delightful finish and can be customized with additional vegetables or protein options.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles and Meat
- 12 ounces lo mein noodles or spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground beef
Flavorings and Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ cup beef broth or water
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish and Extras
- 4 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the lo mein noodles or spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Brown the beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is fully browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease if desired.
- Sauté aromatics: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the browned beef. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and aromatic.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and beef broth or water until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Simmer the sauce: Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir thoroughly and bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss noodles with sauce: Add the cooked noodles into the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated with the flavorful sauce and heated through.
- Add final touches: Stir in sliced green onions and the optional crushed red pepper flakes for added heat and freshness. Mix well.
- Serve and garnish: Immediately plate the noodles and garnish with additional sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired. Serve hot for best flavor.
Notes
- Add extra vegetables like shredded carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas for added nutrition and crunch.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef to lighten the dish or for different flavor profiles.
- Adjust spice level by increasing or omitting the crushed red pepper flakes to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 960 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
