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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

Savory Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles for Quick Comfort

This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe delivers a quick, savory, and comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Noodles Any wide egg noodles or preferred pasta
For the Savory Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Adjust based on preference for saltiness
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Can swap with honey or maple syrup
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced or grated for stronger flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated or minced for best results
Garnish and Extras
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped, can substitute with chives
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for added heat

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes until it shimmers.
  2. Add the ground beef to the hot skillet, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks for 5–7 minutes until browned.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir together and let simmer for 3–4 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
  6. Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet with the beef and sauce mixture, stirring gently until coated.
  7. Remove from heat and serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish reheats beautifully. Store leftovers in an airtight container, adding a splash of water during reheating to revive the sauce.

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