Description
Mongolian ground noodles bring hearty Central Asian comfort to your dinner table, combining rich beef flavors with silky noodle textures. Savory soy-infused sauce and tender meat create a quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1/3 cup (75 grams) brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Noodles and Garnish:
- 10 ounces (283 grams) linguine
- 4 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare pasta according to package instructions, ensuring al dente texture. Drain thoroughly and set aside, allowing excess water to evaporate.
- Heat skillet over medium-high temperature. Sauté ground beef until completely browned and no pink remains, breaking meat into small crumbles.
- Eliminate accumulated fat from skillet. Introduce minced garlic, stirring continuously for approximately 60 seconds to release aromatic compounds.
- Incorporate soy sauce, broth, sugar, hoisin sauce, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Blend ingredients meticulously, creating a harmonious flavor profile.
- Whisk cornstarch with cool water until smooth. Pour mixture into beef mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Simmer until sauce reaches desired consistency, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Gently fold prepared noodles into seasoned beef mixture. Allow dish to rest briefly, enabling noodles to absorb rich, savory flavors. Garnish with finely chopped green onions for vibrant freshness and added texture.
Notes
- Noodle Selection Opt for thinner Asian-style noodles like soba or rice noodles for more authentic texture and faster cooking.
- Fat Management Use lean ground beef or drain excess fat thoroughly to keep the dish lighter and prevent greasiness.
- Spice Control Adjust red pepper flakes based on heat preference, starting with a small amount and gradually increasing for personalized flavor intensity.
- Sauce Depth Experiment with additional umami boosters like sesame oil or rice wine vinegar to enhance the sauce’s complexity and depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mongolian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg