Dinner

Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles Recipe

ByRita Bennet October 18, 2025October 18, 2025

Introduction

Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender ground beef with a savory, sweet-savory sauce. This comforting meal comes together easily on a weeknight and pairs perfectly with simple linguini noodles.

A white bowl filled with flat, wide noodles coated in a shiny, rich brown sauce, mixed with small pieces of browned ground meat spread throughout. The noodles look soft and slightly curled, covered evenly in the glossy sauce with small bits of seasoning visible. A pair of wooden chopsticks held by a woman's hand is lifting a bundle of noodles and meat from the bowl, showing the slightly sticky texture of the noodles and meat chunks. The bowl rests on a surface with a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef
1 Tbsp. ginger paste

5 tsp. minced garlic
½ cup beef broth

½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar

⅓ cup hoisin sauce
Pepper and red pepper flakes to taste
1 box linguini noodles

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the linguini noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
Step 2: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and sauté until it is fully browned and cooked through.
Step 3: Stir in the ginger paste and minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4: Add the beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, pepper, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5: Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet with the beef and sauce mixture, stirring well to ensure the noodles are evenly coated.
Step 6: Serve hot, optionally garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch.

Tips & Variations

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a splash of chili garlic sauce.
Use ground pork or turkey in place of beef for a lighter version.
Swap linguini for egg noodles or rice noodles to vary the texture.

Adding steamed or stir-fried vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers can add color and nutrition.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened too much.