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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

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Sticky, saucy, and impossibly satisfying, these Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles deliver bold sweet-savory flavors in just 30 minutes. This easy weeknight dinner bowl is customizable, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for busy nights or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz dried lo mein, spaghetti, or linguine noodles
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 preferred, but 80/20 works)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 4 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 1/4 cup regular soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (or more regular soy sauce)
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/3 cup beef broth (or chicken broth or water)
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (optional, or substitute oyster sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional, for heat)
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or canola/olive oil)
  • Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, chopped fresh cilantro, more green onions, chili oil

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the noodles.
  2. Mince garlic, grate ginger, and slice green onions (separate white and green parts). Measure out all sauce ingredients.
  3. Add noodles to boiling water and cook according to package directions until just al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain well and toss with a splash of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break up with a spoon, cooking until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. Add minced garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions to the beef. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, hoisin sauce, sriracha or chili garlic sauce, and sesame oil.
  7. Pour the sauce over the beef and stir well.
  8. Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Pour into the skillet and stir constantly until the sauce bubbles and thickens (2-3 minutes).
  9. Add cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together until noodles are evenly coated in sauce. Add the green parts of the green onions and toss again.
  10. Divide noodles among bowls. Top with sesame seeds, more green onions, fresh cilantro, or a drizzle of chili oil if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Brown the beef well for extra flavor. Slightly undercook noodles so they finish in the sauce. Taste and adjust the sauce as needed—add more soy sauce for saltiness or a splash of vinegar for balance. Add extra veggies like broccoli or snap peas for color and crunch. For gluten-free, use tamari and gluten-free noodles. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth.

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