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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles Recipe

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A flavorful and quick Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe featuring tender ground beef cooked with garlic and ginger in a savory soy-brown sugar sauce, tossed with egg noodles and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal with an Asian-inspired twist.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Meat and Protein

  • 500 g ground beef

Noodles

  • 250 g egg noodles or your choice of noodles

Sauce and Seasonings

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup water or beef broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Oils and Garnishes

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles: Prepare the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain thoroughly and set aside to keep warm.
  2. Heat oil: In a large skillet or wok, warm the vegetable oil over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the beef.
  3. Brown the beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until fully browned and cooked through. Use a spatula or spoon to break the meat apart evenly as it cooks.
  4. Sauté aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and tender, but not burned.
  5. Prepare sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, and water or beef broth. Mix until the sugar is dissolved.
  6. Simmer sauce with beef: Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked beef in the skillet. Stir to blend and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and coats the beef nicely.
  7. Add heat (optional): Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes into the skillet and stir well if you want to add a bit of spice to the dish.
  8. Toss noodles: Add the cooked noodles into the skillet and gently toss to combine and ensure the noodles are fully coated with the savory sauce and beef mixture.
  9. Garnish and serve: Transfer the noodles to serving plates, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired, adding a fresh crunch and nutty flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute beef broth with water for a lighter flavor.
  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative and gluten-free noodles.
  • Adjust the brown sugar to taste depending on your desired sweetness.
  • If you prefer spicier, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes or add a dash of chili sauce.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian, Chinese-inspired

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/mongolian-ground-beef-noodles-recipe/