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Easy 20-Minute Mongolian Beef Noodles (Ground Beef Recipe)
Craving a sweet, savory, and comforting takeout-style dinner but short on time? These Mongolian Beef Noodles are the ultimate weeknight dinner solution. By swapping traditional flank steak for budget-friendly ground beef, you get all the rich flavor of a classic Mongolian beef stir-fry in a fraction of the time.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Fast: Ready from prep to table in less than 20 minutes.
Budget-Friendly: Uses simple American pantry staples and ground beef.
One-Pan Cleanup: The meat and sauce toss together right in your skillet or wok.
Ingredients List
The Protein & Noodles:
1 lb Ground Beef (85% or 90% lean works best).
8 oz Asian Wheat Noodles (or standard linguine/spaghetti).
1 tbsp Vegetable Oil (or canola oil).
The Sweet & Savory Sauce:
1/2 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (to control the saltiness).
1/2 cup Brown Sugar (packed, for that authentic sticky glaze).
1/2 cup Water (or low-sodium beef broth).
4 cloves Garlic (minced).
1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated).
1 tbsp Cornstarch (whisked into the cold water to thicken the sauce).