Easy 20-Min Mongolian Beef Noodles

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1/4 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 8 oz noodles (like linguine or ramen)
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook noodles in boiling water per package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add ground beef. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
4. Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute.
5. Add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
6. Bring to a simmer. Let sauce thicken for 2-3 minutes.
7. Add sliced bell pepper. Cook until soft, about 2 minutes.
8. Mix in cooked noodles and half the green onions. Toss to coat.
9. Remove from heat. Garnish with remaining green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Tips and Variations

Use ground turkey for a lighter version. Add carrots or snap peas for more veggies. Adjust red pepper flakes for heat level.

Substitutions

Swap soy sauce with tamari for gluten-free. Use rice noodles if needed. Honey works instead of brown sugar.

Storage and Make-Ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water. Make sauce ahead and store in the fridge for 2 days.

Serving Suggestions

Pair with a side salad. Try our honey sriracha Brussels sprouts for contrast. Or serve over rice like in our soft tofu recipes with rice.

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This Mongolian beef noodles recipe draws from popular online versions but adds a personal touch for home cooks. Research shows top sites focus on speed and simple flavors. For example, many highlight ground beef for quick cooking, unlike traditional sliced steak.

Key Themes from Top Sites Top recipes use soy sauce, hoisin, and brown sugar for the sauce base. They stress easy prep under 30 minutes. Common veggies include bell peppers and green onions. Sites like Jo Cooks and Tastes Better From Scratch add ramen for texture.

NLP Terms and User Intent Keywords: Ground beef, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, quick stir-fry, weeknight dinner, Asian noodles. Themes: Fast meals, homemade takeout, family recipes. User questions: How to make gluten-free? (Use tamari.) Is it spicy? (Adjust flakes.) Calories per serving? (Around 500-700.)

From Google’s People Also Ask: What makes Mongolian beef taste like that? (Soy and hoisin mix.) Difference from Hunan beef? (Mongolian is sweeter, less spicy.) Related searches suggest high-protein twists or veggie adds.

Comparison Table of Top Recipes

Site	Beef Type	Noodles	Total Time	Key Veggie	Spice Level
Jen Around the World	Ground	Linguine	15 min	Green onions	Mild
What Great Grandma Ate	Flank steak	Rice	30 min	Green onions	Adjustable
Call Me PMc	Ground	Udon/Ramen	20 min	Green onions	Sweet-spicy
There’s Food at Home	Ground	Lo mein	20 min	Green onions	Mild
Jo Cooks	Flank	Ramen	50 min	Bell pepper	Mild
Tastes Better From Scratch	Ground	Ramen	25 min	Bell pepper, snap peas	Mild
Joyous Apron	Sliced	Ramen	50 min	Carrots, snow peas	Mild

Detailed Structure Analysis Most start with an intro on ease. Then ingredients, steps. End with tips, FAQs. Headings: H2 for “Ingredients,” “How to Make,” “Tips.” Intent: Provide fast, tasty alternatives to ordering out.

Nutrition Table (Estimated per Serving) Based on common recipes, adjusted for this version.

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	550
Protein	28g
Carbs	60g
Fat	20g
Sodium	1200mg

Variations and Tips Expanded For health: Use lean beef, add broccoli. Storage: Freeze sauce separately. Serving: With soup like our 10 vegetable soup recipes. Substitutes: Vegan with tofu, link to soft tofu recipes.

Full Recipe Breakdown The sauce combines sweet and savory notes. Steps ensure beef stays tender. This version uses ground beef for speed, unlike steak in some sites.