Description
A 30-minute Asian-inspired noodle dish with savory-sweet Mongolian sauce, ground beef, and linguine. Comforting, budget-friendly, and perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
For the Sauce
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67 g brown sugar
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60 ml beef broth
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80 ml soy sauce
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45 ml hoisin sauce
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1 g ground ginger
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1 g ground black pepper
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Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Noodles & Beef
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450 g ground beef
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5 cloves garlic, minced
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280 g linguine
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8 g cornstarch + 30 ml water (slurry)
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4 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Noodles: Boil linguine in salted water until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
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Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef for 6–8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
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Add Flavor: Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute. Add brown sugar, broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
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Thicken Sauce: Mix cornstarch with water, add to skillet, and stir 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens.
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Combine with Noodles: Toss the cooked linguine into the skillet until coated with sauce.
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Serve: Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Substitute linguine with spaghetti, ramen, or rice noodles.
Add vegetables like broccoli, carrots, or snap peas for nutrition.
Sauce thickness can be adjusted with extra broth or soy sauce.
Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days; reheat in a skillet for the best texture.
The sauce can be made ahead and kept up to 4 days refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop (boiling + sautéing)
- Cuisine: Asian-American (fusion)