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Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

This 30-minute Asian-inspired delight combines savory, sweet, and umami flavors of classic Mongolian beef with the convenience of ground beef and quick-cooking noodles. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want restaurant-quality taste without the hassle.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Mongolian
Keyword: Ground Beef, Noodles, Asian, 30-Minute Meal, Easy Dinner, Weeknight Dinner
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Wok
  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Medium Bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef 90/10 recommended
  • 8 ounces lo mein or udon noodles or spaghetti/linguine
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, water, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until sugar dissolves completely.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook noodles according to package directions, but subtract 1 minute from the recommended time. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until beef is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the browned beef. Stir frequently for 30-60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  • Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with beef and aromatics. Bring to a simmer and let it reduce for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the drained noodles and toss to coat thoroughly. If the sauce seems too thin, add the cornstarch slurry and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  • Fold in most of the sliced green onions, reserving some for garnish. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with remaining green onions and optional sesame seeds.

Notes

For a healthier version, try substituting ground turkey or chicken, using whole wheat noodles, or adding more vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or snow peas.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. The flavors develop further overnight, making this an excellent make-ahead meal.
When reheating, add 1-2 tablespoons of water or beef broth to refresh the sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 19g | Sodium: 890mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g
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