Description

This 15 Minute Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe is a flavorful fusion of sweet and savory elements, combining tender ground beef with a rich Mongolian-inspired sauce. The dish features linguine or your favorite noodles, perfectly tossed in a sauce made from garlic, soy sauce, hoisin, brown sugar, and a touch of spice. Finished with fresh green onions, these noodles are a quick, easy meal that tastes restaurant-quality but requires minimal effort. Whether you’re whipping up a weeknight dinner or looking for a new twist on ground beef, this recipe is sure to impress.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
5 cloves garlic minced
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup beef broth
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 tbsp hoisin sauce
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
10 oz linguine
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
4 green onions sliced

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 10 oz of linguine and cook according to the package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add 1 lb of ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
Add 5 minced garlic cloves to the browned beef and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup beef broth, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like it spicy. Stir well.
In a small bowl, dissolve 1 tbsp cornstarch in 2 tbsp cold water. Add this mixture to the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and begins to bubble.
Add the drained linguine to the skillet. Toss well to coat the noodles with the sauce and beef mixture. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to absorb more flavor.
Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the top. Serve the noodles hot and enjoy.

Notes

Customize the Heat: For a spicier version, feel free to add extra red pepper flakes, fresh chili peppers, or a splash of Sriracha.
Alternative Noodles: While linguine works wonderfully in this dish, you can swap it for rice noodles, ramen, or even zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.
Make it Vegetarian: Swap the ground beef with tofu or plant-based crumbles, and replace beef broth with vegetable broth for a delicious vegetarian option.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply add a little water or broth to refresh the noodles.
Soy Sauce Substitution: For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce, and opt for gluten-free noodles.