Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
500kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for less fat.
- 5 cloves garlic, minced Freshly minced for best flavor.
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1/3 cup soy sauce Low sodium soy sauce can be used.
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch red pepper flakes Optional for a spicy kick.
- 10 oz linguine Can substitute with other pasta.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
- 2 tablespoons water To make the cornstarch slurry.
- 4 green onions, sliced For garnish.
Method
Preparation
- Cook the linguine according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the minced garlic to the browned beef and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Cooking
- 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 combine all the flavors.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add this mixture to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked linguine to the skillet. Toss the noodles in the sauce until they are well coated.
- Garnish the dish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories500kcalCarbohydrates50gProtein25gFat20gSaturated Fat8gSodium800mgFiber2gSugar10g
Notes
You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version. For a vegetarian option, use crumbled tofu or tempeh. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or beef broth.