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If you love a hearty homemade dinner but prefer recipes that are simple, comforting, and easy to follow, these Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles are a wonderful choice. Tender linguini noodles are tossed with seasoned ground beef and a delicious sweet-and-savory sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
This easy noodle dinner comes together in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight or a cozy meal at home. The ground beef cooks quickly, while the rich sauce gives the noodles plenty of flavor without requiring complicated ingredients.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy to make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
Ready in about 30 minutes: Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Tender and flavorful: The noodles soak up the delicious Mongolian-style sauce.
Family-friendly: The sweetness can be adjusted to your taste.
Comforting and satisfying: Ground beef and noodles make a filling meal.
Easy to customize: Add vegetables or adjust the spice level as you like.
Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
12–16 ounces linguini noodles
1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger or ginger paste
4–5 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
½ cup beef broth
⅓ cup hoisin sauce
¼ cup packed brown sugar
Black pepper, to taste
Red pepper flakes, optional
2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
Sesame seeds, optional, for garnish
How to Make Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
Cook the Noodles
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguini according to the package directions until al dente.
Drain the noodles well and set them aside. If you have room, reserve about ½ cup of the pasta water in case the sauce needs thinning later.
Brown the Ground Beef
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
Continue cooking until the beef is completely browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Add the Garlic and Ginger
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the cooked beef.
Stir and cook for about 1 minute, just until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Make the Mongolian Sauce
Add the beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar to the skillet.
Season with black pepper and add a small pinch of red pepper flakes if you enjoy a little heat.
Stir everything together and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should become slightly thicker and glossy.
Add the Noodles
Add the cooked linguini directly to the skillet.
Use tongs to gently toss the noodles with the beef and sauce until everything is evenly coated.
If the sauce seems too thick, add a small splash of reserved pasta water or beef broth and toss again.
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles!
Helpful Tips for the Best Noodles
Use low-sodium soy sauce. The combination of soy sauce and hoisin sauce can be quite salty, so low-sodium soy sauce gives you better control over the final flavor.
Don’t overcook the noodles. Cook them just until al dente. They will absorb some of the sauce when tossed with the beef.
Adjust the sweetness. If you prefer a less sweet sauce, reduce the brown sugar slightly. For a sweeter Mongolian-style flavor, you can add a little more.
Keep the spice mild. Red pepper flakes are completely optional. For a milder dinner, simply leave them out.
Use fresh ginger when possible. Freshly grated ginger gives the dish a wonderful aroma and bright flavor.
Easy Variations
Want to add more vegetables? Toss in some sliced bell peppers, shredded carrots, broccoli, or snap peas.
You can also replace the ground beef with ground turkey or ground chicken for a lighter variation.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free noodles and gluten-free tamari or soy sauce, making sure all other sauces are also gluten-free.
What to Serve With Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles
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