Description
Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles is a quick and flavorful stir-fried noodle dish featuring tender ground beef in a savory, slightly sweet sauce, tossed with linguine and garnished with fresh green onions. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Asian-inspired recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 lb ground beef
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 green onions, sliced for garnish
Sauces and Seasonings
- 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 Thickening Agent
- 10 oz linguine
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by boiling water and cooking the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly and set it aside to be combined later.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook it, stirring occasionally, until it is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Add Aromatics and Sauces: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the browned beef and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the brown sugar, beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix well to combine all the flavors thoroughly.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Pour this mixture into the skillet and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, which takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine with Noodles: Add the cooked linguine into the skillet with the thickened sauce and ground beef. Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the dish as a fresh garnish. Serve immediately while hot for the best flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add some chopped fresh chili peppers.
- You can substitute linguine with other long pasta like spaghetti or fettuccine.
- If you prefer, ground chicken or turkey can be used instead of ground beef.
- Make sure to drain the ground beef well to avoid excess oil in the final dish.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a simple side salad.
