Easy Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles (30-Minute Dinner)

This Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles recipe is the perfect quick dinner—packed with flavor, ready in 30 minutes, and made with pantry staples. Savory, sweet, and slightly spicy, it’s a budget-friendly one-pan meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 8 oz rice noodles or spaghetti
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Green onions & sesame seeds for garnish

Directions

1. Cook the Noodles:
2. Cook 8 oz of rice noodles or spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
3. Brown the Beef:
4. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
5. Sauté Aromatics:
6. Add 1 tbsp minced garlic and 1 tsp grated ginger. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
7. Make the Sauce:
8. In a bowl, whisk together:
10. 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
11. 1/4 cup brown sugar
12. 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
13. 1 tbsp rice vinegar
14. 1 tsp sesame oil
15. 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
16. Combine & Simmer:
17. Pour the sauce into the beef mixture. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
18. Add Noodles & Toss:
19. Add cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss until fully coated in the sauce and heated through.
20. Garnish & Serve:
21. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.