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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles are a quick and flavorful noodle dish made with savory-sweet Mongolian-style sauce, tender ground beef, garlic, and ginger. This easy weeknight recipe delivers takeout-style flavor in under 30 minutes using simple pantry ingredients.
Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main CourseCuisine: Asian-InspiredServings: 4Calories: ~520 kcal per serving

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz noodles lo mein, spaghetti, or linguine
  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 or 85/15
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar light or dark
  • ¾ cup water or beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 3 green onions sliced

Method
 

  1. Cook noodles according to package instructions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, water, cornstarch, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Pour sauce into the skillet and stir well. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Add cooked noodles and toss until evenly coated.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with green onions. Serve immediately.