Description
This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe combines tender ground beef with a flavorful, savory-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, hoisin, and garlic, served over perfectly cooked linguine and garnished with fresh green onions. This dish is a quick, satisfying meal that brings the bold and comforting flavors of Mongolian-inspired cuisine to your dinner table in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional for a spicy kick)
- 10 oz linguine
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the linguine: Begin by cooking the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the noodles thoroughly and set them aside.
- Brown the ground beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook it until browned and fully cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain off any excess fat from the skillet.
- Add garlic and sauces: To the browned beef, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in brown sugar, beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicy kick. Mix everything well to combine all the flavors.
- Thicken the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Pour this into the skillet and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Toss noodles with sauce: Add the cooked linguine directly into the skillet with the thickened sauce. Toss thoroughly to ensure all noodles are evenly coated with the savory sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the top as a fresh garnish. Serve the Mongolian ground beef noodles hot and enjoy.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a splash of chili oil.
- You can substitute linguine with other pasta types like spaghetti or udon noodles for variation.
- To make this dish gluten-free, replace soy sauce with tamari and use gluten-free noodles.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Adding steamed or stir-fried vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas can add nutritional value and texture.
Keywords: Mongolian ground beef, beef noodles, Asian beef recipe, quick dinner, savory beef pasta, hoisin sauce noodles