Description
A flavorful Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe featuring tender ground beef in a savory sauce tossed with linguine, garnished with fresh green onions. This quick and easy meal combines sweet, savory, and slightly spicy elements for a delicious dinner option.
Ingredients
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Meat and Sauces
- 1 lb ground beef
- 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
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Pasta
- 10 oz linguine
Thickening Agent
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Garnish
- 4 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Add Aromatics and Sauces: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute until aromatic. Stir in the brown sugar, beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix everything together well to combine the flavors.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Pour this into the skillet and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Combine with Noodles: Add the cooked linguine directly to the skillet with the thickened sauce. Toss the noodles thoroughly so they are evenly coated in the flavorful sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by sprinkling sliced green onions over the top. Serve the Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles hot for best flavor and texture.
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.
- To increase spiciness, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
