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A skillet filled with Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles topped with green onions and sesame seeds, ready to be served.

Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

This quick and savory Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles combines tender beef with a rich sauce for an unforgettable weeknight meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Keyword: beef, Beef Noodles, ground beef, Mongolian, Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles, noodles, quick meal
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $12

Ingredients

  • 10.5 ounces 298 g rice noodles or substitute with any thin noodle variety
  • 1.1 pounds 490 g ground beef, 80/20 for a juicy flavorful result
  • 1.1 teaspoons fresh ginger finely minced adds aromatic flavor
  • 4.4 garlic cloves finely minced (for rich savory depth)
  • Green onions sliced (garnish) (adds freshness and color)
  • White sesame seeds garnish light crunch and mild nutty flavor

For the sauce:

  • ½ cup + 1 tablespoon 125 ml low-sodium soy sauce to keep sodium levels balanced
  • 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce for added richness
  • ½ cup + 1 tablespoon 125 ml water dilutes the sauce to a pourable consistency
  • ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon 60 g brown sugar provides sweetness and caramelization
  • 3 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon cornstarch thickens the sauce to a nice glaze

Instructions

  • Whisk together all the ingredients for the sauce and set it aside.
  • Cook rice noodles according to the package instructions and set aside.
  • Heat a little cooking oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and break it into smaller pieces. Cook until the beef is mostly browned, with minimal pink remaining.
  • Add the minced ginger and garlic to the beef, cooking for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Pour the prepared sauce over the beef, allowing it to simmer and thicken for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the cooked rice noodles into the wok, tossing everything together until the noodles are well-coated with the thickened sauce.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions and white sesame seeds on top.

Notes

A perfect balance of sweet, savory, and hearty flavors, making it a family favorite for busy nights.

Nutrition

Serving: 330g | Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 81g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 1200mg | Potassium: 491mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 15mg