Mongolian Beef Noodle Stir-Fry This delicious stir-fry features savory ground beef and tender linguine coated in a sweet and tangy sauce, topped with fresh green onions for a burst of flavor. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 5 cloves garlic, minced 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup beef broth 1/3 cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional) 10 oz linguine 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons water 4 green onions, sliced Directions: Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of boiling water, cook the linguine according to the package directions. Drain and set aside. Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat if necessary. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Prepare the Sauce: To the skillet, add the soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine. Thicken the Sauce: Dissolve the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of cold water. Add this mixture to the skillet and stir. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, allowing the sauce to thicken. Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and stir to coat the noodles in the sauce. Let the noodles sit in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors. Serve: Top with sliced green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your Mongolian Beef Noodle Stir-Fry!
