Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
A quick and delicious dish featuring tender ground beef, savory sauce, and soft linguine noodles, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 4 tsp minced ginger
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup low sodium soy sauce Can be substituted with tamari for gluten-free.
- ½ cup beef broth
- ¼ cup brown sugar Can use honey or maple syrup as a natural sweetener.
- 6 tbsp hoisin sauce
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 12 oz linguine noodles Other types of noodles can be used if desired.
- 4 green onions diced for garnish
- to taste toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Cooking the Beef
- In a medium skillet with high sides, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- Add the minced ginger and garlic to the meat. Stir occasionally to break up the beef as it cooks, until it's fully browned.
- Drain any excess fat and return the skillet to the stovetop.
Preparing the Pasta
- While the beef is cooking, get a large pot of water boiling for your linguine noodles.
- Salt the water well to add flavor while cooking the noodles. Cook the noodles according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes.
Making the Sauce
- In a small dish, mix together the soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and hoisin sauce until well combined.
- Pour this mixture into the skillet with the cooked ground beef. Allow everything to sauté together for about 3 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- Once your linguine noodles are cooked, drain them and add them directly to the skillet with the ground beef and sauce.
- Toss everything together thoroughly to coat the noodles with the sauce. Let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
Serving
- Remove from heat and serve topped with diced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in a microwave or skillet with a splash of broth to keep moist.
