Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
A delicious dish that combines savory ground beef with comforting noodles, enhanced by a blend of soy, hoisin, and garlic for a delightful Asian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 10 oz linguine or any preferred noodles
- 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 red pepper flakes optional for heat
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water for cornstarch slurry
- 4 stalks green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions, usually by boiling in water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
Cooking
- Stir in the brown sugar, beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix well.
- In a small bowl, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch with water. Add this to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss gently until well coated with the sauce.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Serve hot and consider pairing with a light salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.