Description

This Quick Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe is a delicious and easy Asian-inspired dish combining savory ground beef with a rich, slightly sweet sauce and tender linguine noodles. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner, it cooks up in just 30 minutes using basic ingredients and simple techniques to deliver bold flavors and comforting textures.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
5 cloves garlic, minced
10 oz linguine

Sauce Ingredients

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)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Garnish

4 green onions, sliced for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside while you prepare the sauce.
Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat from the skillet to keep the dish from being greasy.
Add Aromatics and Sauces: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and sauté for about one minute until fragrant. Then stir in the brown sugar, beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix well to fully combine all the flavors.
Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Pour this mixture into the skillet and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes.
Combine with Noodles: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss it in the thickened sauce so every noodle is coated with the flavorful mixture. Heat through for a minute to let the flavors meld.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve immediately while hot for a satisfying meal.

Notes

You can add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra texture and nutrition.
For a gluten-free version, substitute the soy sauce with tamari and use gluten-free pasta.
Adjust red pepper flakes to taste if you prefer a spicier dish.
Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and calories.