Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
This recipe for Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles is a quick weeknight version of a takeout classic. It features ground beef coated in a sweet and savory sauce made with ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and soy sauce, all tossed with tender linguini noodles.
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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Ground beef | 1 lb. |
| Ginger paste | 1 Tbsp. |
| Minced garlic | 5 tsp. |
| Beef broth | 1/2 cup |
| Soy sauce | 1/2 cup |
| Brown sugar | 1/4 cup |
| Hoisin sauce | 1/3 cup |
| Pepper and red pepper flakes | To taste |
| Linguini noodles | 1 box |
How to Make Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles:
- Step 1: Cook Noodles: Cook the linguini noodles according to the package directions until they reach your desired doneness. Drain the noodles well and set them aside.
- Step 2: Brown Beef: Add the 1 lb. ground beef to a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and sauté until it is browned completely. Drain any excess grease.
- Step 3: Sauté Aromatics: Stir in the 1 Tbsp. ginger paste and 5 tsp. minced garlic, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Create the Sauce: Mix in the 1/2 cup beef broth, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/3 cup hoisin sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and pepper and red pepper flakes to taste. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Step 5: Thicken Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Combine and Serve: Stir the cooked linguini noodles into the meat and sauce mixture and toss everything to coat well. Serve immediately, topped with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
