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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles: Quick, Flavorful Comfort Dish

Experience the delicious blend of tender ground beef and silky noodles in this Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe, a quick and budget-friendly meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mongolian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Sauce
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium for healthier option
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar can use honey or maple syrup instead
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced or grated for maximum flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger fresh preferred, powdered works in a pinch
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Noodles wide egg noodles or pasta; whole wheat or gluten-free as needed
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions can replace with chives if unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil can be omitted for a lighter version
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes (optional) provides heat, adjustable to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked ground beef and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thinned.
  5. Boil water in a separate pot and cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente, about 6-8 minutes.
  6. Add drained noodles into the skillet with beef and sauce, drizzle with sesame oil and red pepper flakes, toss together for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure noodles are cooked al dente for optimal texture and flavor. Adjust seasoning to personal preference.

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