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The Best Korean Ground Beef Noodles Recipe

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A quick and flavorful Korean-inspired ground beef noodle dish featuring a savory-sweet sauce served over perfectly cooked spaghetti. Ideal for a weeknight meal, this recipe combines garlic-infused ground beef with a tangy orange and soy sauce glaze, garnished with fresh green onions for a burst of color and crunch.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Noodles

  • 8 oz Spaghetti

Beef and Sauce

  • 1 Tablespoon Canola or Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Pound Ground Beef (or ground chuck)
  • 4 Cloves Garlic, minced
  • ½ Cup Soy Sauce
  • ½ Cup Orange Juice
  • ½ Cup Brown Sugar
  • ¼ Cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 2 Green Onions, sliced, plus more for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook to al dente according to the package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain the noodles thoroughly and set aside.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat the canola or vegetable oil in a cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and minced garlic. Use a meat chopper or spatula to break the beef into small pieces. Cook until the beef is browned through and no pink remains, about 3-5 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: In a glass measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, toasted sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Simmer the Sauce with Beef: Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked ground beef in the pan. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, coating the beef evenly.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Place the cooked spaghetti on serving plates or a large serving bowl. Spoon the Korean ground beef sauce over the noodles. Garnish generously with the sliced green onions for added freshness and crunch. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use ground chuck for a bit more flavor and juiciness in the beef.
  • Adjust brown sugar to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet sauce.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute regular soy sauce with tamari.
  • Make sure to simmer the sauce long enough to let the cornstarch fully thicken it.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed or sautéed vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/the-best-korean-ground-beef-noodles-recipe/