Ingredients
Ingredients
- Ground Beef: 1 lb (lean or medium)
- Noodles: 10 oz (lo mein, spaghetti, or rice noodles)
- Soy Sauce: ⅓ cup (regular or low-sodium)
- Hoisin Sauce: ⅓ cup
- Beef Broth: ½ cup
- Brown Sugar: ¼ cup
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 tsp, freshly grated or ground
- Red Pepper Flakes: ¼ tsp (adjust for spice preference)
- Green Onions: 2 stalks, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame Seeds: 1 tbsp (optional, for garnish)
- Vegetable Oil: 1 tbsp (for cooking)
- Optional Vegetables: Carrots, bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli (sliced and stir-fried)
Notes
- For Gluten-Free Options: Use gluten-free noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Vegetarian Substitutes: Replace ground beef with tofu or a plant-based protein.
Instructions
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Step 1: Cook the Noodles
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to the package directions.
- Drain and toss the cooked noodles with a small amount of vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Step 2: Brown the Ground Beef
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
- Cook until browned and fully cooked through (about 5–7 minutes).
- Drain any excess grease and transfer the beef to a plate.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, beef broth, and brown sugar.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Combine the Noodles and Beef
- Add the cooked noodles and browned beef back into the skillet.
- Toss everything together to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes (if using) for a spicy kick. Stir well.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
- Transfer the noodles to serving bowls.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and optional stir-fried vegetables for extra color and texture.
- Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Mongolian ground beef noodles!
Tips
- Reheating: Add a splash of water or beef broth when reheating to keep the noodles moist.
- Customize: Adjust the sweetness or spice level by tweaking the brown sugar and red pepper flakes.
Notes
- For Lower Calories: Use zoodles or shirataki noodles instead of regular noodles.
- For Reduced Sodium: Opt for low-sodium soy sauce and beef broth.
- Customizable Based on Add-Ons: Adding vegetables can increase fiber, while leaner ground beef or plant-based proteins can reduce fat content.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg (varies based on soy sauce type)
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg