Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles are one of those dinners I reach for when I want something cozy, filling, and fast. This is the kind of recipe that saves busy weeknights, especially when everyone wants something warm and flavorful but I do not want to stand in the kitchen forever. The sweet and savory sauce clings to the noodles, the beef stays juicy, and the whole dish comes together in about 30 minutes.
If you love easy noodle dinners with bold flavor, this Mongolian ground beef noodles recipe is going to be a regular on your table.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 10 oz linguine
Sauce Ingredients
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup beef broth
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional
Thickener And Garnish
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 green onions, sliced
Instructions
Cook The Pasta
Cook the linguine according to package directions. Drain and set aside. I like to slightly undercook it so it finishes perfectly once tossed with the sauce
Brown The Ground Beef
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until fully browned. Break it up as it cooks. Drain off any excess fat.
Add Aromatics And Sauce
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the brown sugar, beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well so everything is evenly combined.
Thicken The Sauce
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Pour it into the skillet and stir. Let the sauce simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened.
Combine With Noodles
Add the cooked linguine to the skillet. Toss until the noodles are fully coated in the sauce.
Garnish And Serve
Sprinkle with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes And Variations
- Add vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for extra texture.
- Use tamari and gluten free pasta for a gluten free option.
- For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes.
- Leftovers reheat best in a skillet with a splash of broth.
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 520 kcal
Sugar: 12 g
Sodium: 1100 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 60 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg
FAQs
Yes. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days and reheat gently on the stove.
Linguine works great, but spaghetti or rice noodles also work well.
Ground turkey or chicken can be used if you prefer a lighter option.
📖 Recipe
Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Description
This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles dish is a quick and flavorful meal combining savory ground beef, a rich and slightly sweet sauce, and tender linguine. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and easy to make.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup beef broth
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 10 oz linguine
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in brown sugar, beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add to the skillet and stir until sauce thickens, 2–3 minutes.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Add bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition and texture.
- Use tamari and gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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