Description
This Sweet and Savory Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe is a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner made with ground beef, noodles, and a sticky Mongolian-style sauce. With rich soy, garlic, and brown sugar flavor in every bite, this one-pan meal is a family favorite that’s easy to customize and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz noodles (ramen, lo mein, spaghetti, or rice noodles)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce or oyster sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1–2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Optional: red pepper flakes or chili oil for heat
Instructions
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Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
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Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin or oyster sauce, cornstarch, and water.
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Pour sauce into the skillet. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
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Add noodles to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
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Drizzle with sesame oil and stir in sliced green onions.
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Serve hot, topped with red pepper flakes or chili oil if desired.
Notes
- Add broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas for extra veggies.
- Ground turkey or chicken can replace beef for a leaner option.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped peanuts for crunch.
- Store sauce and noodles separately if prepping ahead.
- Reheat with a splash of water to loosen sauce.
