Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles – Easy Low Carb Recipes Using Ground Beef
Quick, tasty, and full of flavor, these Mongolian ground beef noodles bring comfort to your plate without much effort 🥢🍜. They’re the kind of dish that comes together fast but tastes like you spent all afternoon fussing over it. We’re talking juicy beef, sweet-and-savory sauce, and noodles that soak it all up like they were born to do it.
This is one of those ‘I’ve had a long day and need dinner now’ kinda recipes. Perfect for anyone juggling life, school, or hungry kids—or all three at once. I love how flexible it is too; you can swap the beef, toss in some veggies, or just devour it as is.
It checks all the boxes: easy low carb recipes using ground beef ✅, recipes with ground beef ✅, beef recipe instant pot-style flavor without the gadget ✅. Whether you're cooking for one or feeding the crew, this one hits the spot.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add garlic and ginger to the skillet. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, and cornstarch mixture.
- Pour sauce into the skillet with beef. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Add cooked noodles and sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and red pepper flakes if desired.