Description
Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the taste of Asian cuisine to your table in just 15 minutes. This delightful meal combines savory ground beef with tender linguine, all enveloped in a rich sauce made from soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and a hint of spice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe not only satisfies cravings but also rivals your favorite takeout. With its family-friendly appeal and budget-conscious ingredients, Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles is an excellent choice for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 10 ounces linguine
- 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 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil water in a pot and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Mix in soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, and black pepper.
- Create a slurry with cornstarch and water; add it to the skillet and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens.
- Toss the cooked linguine into the skillet with the beef mixture and combine well.
- Serve topped with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra nutrition. Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter variation. Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving to enhance flavors.