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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles Recipe

4.9 from 101 reviews

A quick and flavorful Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe featuring tender linguine tossed in a savory, slightly sweet, and spiced sauce made from ground beef, garlic, soy sauce, and hoisin. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal with an optional spicy kick.

Ingredients

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Meat and Sauce

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional for a spicy kick)

Pasta and Thickener

  • 10 oz linguine
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Garnish

  • 4 green onions, sliced for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the noodles thoroughly and set aside to keep warm.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until the beef is fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish from becoming greasy.
  3. Add Aromatics and Sauces: Add the minced garlic directly to the browned beef and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then stir in the brown sugar, beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, ground black pepper, and if desired, red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine and develop a rich flavor base.
  4. Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to form a smooth slurry. Pour this into the skillet and stir continuously until the sauce thickens evenly, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Combine with Noodles: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the thickened sauce and beef mixture. Toss the noodles thoroughly so each strand is well coated with the flavorful sauce.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle the sliced green onions over the top for freshness and a mild onion crunch. Serve the dish hot for a satisfying meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
  • If you prefer gluten-free, use gluten-free noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce.
  • Adjust the red pepper flakes to control the spiciness.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in a skillet or microwave.

Keywords: Mongolian beef noodles, ground beef recipe, quick noodle dish, Asian stir fry noodles, beef and garlic sauce