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Bowl of Mongolian ground beef noodles topped with green onions and sesame seeds.

Super Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

A quick and flavorful noodle dish made with ground beef, tender noodles, and a savory-sweet Mongolian-inspired sauce. It’s a budget-friendly, family-friendly meal that delivers rich, comforting flavors in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Mongolian-inspired (Chinese-American fusion)
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3 pcs cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 3 pcs green onions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water

Method
 

  1. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pan, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  3. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, water, and cornstarch.
  5. Pour the sauce into the pan with the beef and let it simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss until evenly coated.
  7. Garnish with green onions and drizzle with sesame oil before serving.

Notes

- Approximately 450 kcal per serving
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for better flavor.
- Avoid overcooking noodles to keep them from becoming mushy.
- Adjust sweetness, salt, or spice to taste.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots for extra nutrition.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Serve hot with sides like dumplings, spring rolls, or salad.