Description
This quick and flavorful Mongolian ground beef noodles recipe is a weeknight dinner hero! Loaded with savory beef, noodles, garlic, and ginger in a rich soy-hoisin sauce—ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
8 oz wide noodles (lo mein, rice noodles, or spaghetti)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
4 green onions, sliced (reserve some for garnish)
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp hoisin sauce
1/2 tsp sriracha or red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1 tsp cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, fried shallots, lime wedges
Instructions
Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, tossing with a bit of oil or water to prevent sticking.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and crispy at the edges. Drain excess fat if needed.
Push the beef to the sides of the pan. Add garlic and ginger to the center and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, water, cornstarch, and sriracha or red pepper flakes.
Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for 2–3 minutes, until thickened and glossy.
Add the cooked noodles and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Drizzle with sesame oil and stir in most of the sliced green onions.
Serve hot, garnished with the reserved green onions, sesame seeds, fried shallots, and a squeeze of lime if desired.
Notes
Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of beef.
Adjust spice level by increasing or omitting sriracha/red pepper flakes.
Use gluten-free noodles and tamari for a gluten-free version.
Double the sauce for extra slurpable noodles!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry / Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
