Description
Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles is a quick, budget-friendly noodle stir-fry packed with bold Asian-inspired flavor. Made with tender noodles and savory ground beef in a sweet and salty Mongolian-style sauce, this easy one-pan dinner comes together in just 30 minutes. It’s the perfect recipe for weeknights, meal prep, or when you’re craving takeout-style noodles at home.
Ingredients
- 8 oz noodles (lo mein, ramen, spaghetti, or linguine)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (canola or avocado oil)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated or minced
- 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 green onions, chopped
- Optional: red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat
Instructions
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Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin (if using), water, and cornstarch. Set aside.
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In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in the sauce mixture and stir to coat the beef. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss to combine until everything is evenly coated.
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Drizzle sesame oil over the top and stir in chopped green onions.
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Serve hot, topped with red pepper flakes or sriracha if desired.
Notes
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or snow peas for extra nutrition and crunch.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat.
- Reduce brown sugar if you prefer a less sweet sauce.
- Top with toasted sesame seeds or a fried egg for extra flavor.
- Use tamari and gluten-free noodles for a gluten-free version.
