Description
A savory and easy-to-make dish combining tender ground beef, chewy noodles, and a rich Mongolian-style sauce. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Noodles:
- 8 oz Lo Mein noodles
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- For the Ground Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- For the Sauce:
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- For Garnish:
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Boil the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, toss with sesame oil, and set aside.
- Prepare the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles. Add soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and chili flakes in a small bowl. Add the sauce to the skillet and stir well. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine Noodles and Beef: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Heat through.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lower-carb option, substitute Lo Mein noodles with zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles.
- Add stir-fried vegetables like broccoli or carrots for extra nutrition.
- Adjust sweetness or heat by tweaking the sugar and chili flakes to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups
- Calories: ~450
- Sugar: ~10 g
- Sodium: ~950 mg
- Fat: ~15g
- Carbohydrates: ~55 g
- Fiber: ~3 g
- Protein: ~25g
- Cholesterol: ~55 mg