Description
This Ground Beef Mongolian Noodles recipe features tender linguine tossed in a flavorful savory sauce made with ground beef, fresh ginger, garlic, and a balance of sweet and salty ingredients. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines Asian-inspired flavors with an easy, stovetop cooking method, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Beef and Sauce
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Noodles and Thickening Agent
- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine noodles
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Garnish
- 4 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the lean ground beef. Cook for about 5 minutes, breaking the meat apart. Add the fresh grated ginger and minced garlic during the last 2 minutes to infuse the beef with aromatic flavors.
- Cook the Noodles: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine or fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles thoroughly and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Drain any excess fat from the cooked beef in the skillet. Stir in the brown sugar, low-sodium beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth to make a slurry. Pour the slurry into the skillet with the beef mixture and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Toss Noodles with Sauce: Add the cooked and drained noodles directly into the skillet. Toss thoroughly to coat the noodles evenly in the thickened Mongolian beef sauce.
- Serve and Garnish: Allow the noodles to sit in the skillet for another 2 to 3 minutes on low heat for flavors to meld. Serve the dish topped with freshly sliced green onions for a fresh, crisp contrast.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the red pepper flakes to your desired spice level.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- If hoisin sauce is unavailable, a mixture of soy sauce and a touch of honey can be used as an alternative.
- Make sure not to overcook the noodles; al dente texture works best to absorb the sauce.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce and beef broth to control the salt content in the dish.
