Description
Mongolian Noodles with Ground Beef is a quick, one-pan dinner that brings all the savory-sweet flavors of takeout right to your table in just 35 minutes. Juicy ground beef, tender noodles, and a glossy sauce make this budget-friendly dish a cozy, family favorite.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
8 oz noodles (lo mein or spaghetti)
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp ground ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 green onions, sliced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook noodles until tender, drain, rinse, and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat 6–8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger. Simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors.
Add noodles to the skillet. Drizzle in sesame oil and toss until evenly coated.
Season with salt and pepper if needed. Top with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Spaghetti makes a great substitute for lo mein noodles.
Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat.
Sauce thickens as noodles absorb it—add a splash of soy sauce or water when reheating.
Can be doubled easily; just use a large skillet for even tossing.
Works with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner / Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired