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🍜 Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles 🍜

Posted by ESYTOD

This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles dish is a savory, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal perfect for busy weeknights. The ground beef is cooked with a delicious sweet and savory Mongolian-style sauce and tossed with noodles for a quick, hearty dinner.

📋 Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef 🍖
  • 8 oz noodles (spaghetti, rice noodles, or lo mein) 🍝
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 🛢️
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced 🧄
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce 🌿
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar 🍬
  • 1/4 cup water or beef broth 🍲
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 🌶️
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 🍶
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat) 🌶️
  • 4 green onions, chopped 🌿
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil 🛢️
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional) 🌾

📝 Instructions:

1. Cook the Noodles:

  1. Boil the noodles:
  • Cook the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Ground Beef:

  1. Brown the beef:
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  1. Add garlic and ginger:
  • Stir in the minced garlic and fresh ginger. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

3. Make the Mongolian Sauce:

  1. Prepare the sauce:
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, water (or beef broth), hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Pour the sauce into the skillet with the cooked ground beef.
  1. Simmer:
  • Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly and coat the beef evenly.

4. Combine the Noodles:

  1. Toss in the noodles:
  • Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the beef and toss everything together until the noodles are coated with the sauce.
  1. Add green onions and sesame oil:
  • Stir in the chopped green onions and drizzle with sesame oil for extra flavor.

5. Serve:

  1. Garnish and enjoy:
  • Garnish with sesame seeds (optional) and serve your Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles hot. Pair with steamed veggies for a complete meal.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 500-550 kcal per serving

This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe is packed with savory flavors and a touch of sweetness, making it a family favorite for a quick and satisfying dinner. 🍜🍖🌿