Description
Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles is a flavorful and quick dish combining savory ground beef with a rich sauce of soy, hoisin, and ginger, tossed with linguine noodles. This recipe offers a comforting meal perfect for weeknight dinners with an optional spicy kick and a garnish of fresh green onions.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional for a spicy kick)
- 10 oz linguine
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside while you prepare the sauce.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the skillet to avoid greasiness.
- Add Aromatics and Sauces: Add the minced garlic to the browned beef and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the brown sugar, beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix everything thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Pour this mixture into the skillet while stirring, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens to a desirable consistency.
- Combine with Noodles: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the thickened sauce. Toss the noodles gently but thoroughly, ensuring each strand is coated evenly with the savory sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions over the dish for a fresh and vibrant garnish. Serve the Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles hot and enjoy immediately for the best taste.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra texture and nutrition.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the soy sauce with tamari and use gluten-free pasta.
- Drain excess fat from the cooked beef to keep the dish from becoming greasy.
- If you prefer more heat, increase the red pepper flakes or add a dash of chili garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
