Description
A quick and flavorful Ground Beef Mongolian Noodles recipe featuring tender linguine in a savory, slightly sweet sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and hoisin. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner that serves 8.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Sauce
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Noodles and Thickener
- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine noodles
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Garnish
- 4 green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Cook Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the lean ground beef until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the grated fresh ginger and minced garlic during the last 2 minutes of cooking to infuse the flavors into the beef.
- Cook Noodles: Meanwhile, prepare the linguine or fettuccine noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and set them aside.
- Combine Sauce Ingredients: Drain excess fat from the cooked beef in the skillet. Add brown sugar, low-sodium beef broth, low-sodium soy sauce, hoisin sauce, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir the mixture well to combine all flavors.
- Thicken Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Pour this slurry into the beef mixture in the skillet and bring the sauce to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Toss Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat them evenly with the Mongolian sauce. Let the noodles sit in the skillet for 2-3 minutes so they can absorb the flavors from the sauce.
- Serve: Serve the noodles garnished with sliced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and calories.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add some chili garlic sauce.
- You can substitute linguine with fettuccine or other long pasta varieties.
- Ensure the noodles are cooked al dente to avoid sogginess after tossing in the sauce.
- Low-sodium soy sauce and beef broth keep the salt content moderate; adjust seasoning as desired.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce and pasta alternatives.
