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Ground Beef Noodles Recipe

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A quick and flavorful Ground Beef Noodles recipe combining tender lo mein noodles with savory seared ground beef and a deliciously thickened soy-hoisin sauce, finished with fresh green onions for a satisfying Asian-inspired meal perfect for a weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Noodles

  • 8 oz lo mein noodles (see notes)

Beef and Sauce

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7)
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • ⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 5 cloves minced garlic (divided)
  • 2 teaspoons minced ginger (divided)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon high-heat cooking oil (like avocado oil)
  • 3 thinly sliced green onions (whites and greens separated)

Instructions

  1. Boil the noodles: Boil the lo mein noodles according to package instructions but reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes so they are just shy of al dente. Drain and set aside as they will continue cooking later with the beef and sauce.
  2. Preheat the griddle or skillet: Heat your griddle to about 400°F or preheat a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for searing the beef and toasting aromatics.
  3. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, combine beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, black pepper, and cornstarch. Mix well until the cornstarch dissolves. Stir in about 75% of the minced ginger and garlic, reserving the rest for later use.
  4. Cook the ground beef: Add the ground beef in small chunks evenly distributed on the hot griddle or skillet. Let it sear untouched for 2-3 minutes to develop a nice char.
  5. Add green onion whites and sauté beef: When the beef is halfway cooked and still pink on top, add the whites of the green onions. Chop and sauté the beef together until almost fully cooked. If using a skillet, move the beef to the side or transfer it to a bowl to make room.
  6. Toast remaining garlic and ginger: Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the griddle or skillet. Add the remaining garlic and ginger, spreading them out, and toast for about 1 minute to release aromatic flavors without burning.
  7. Cook the noodles: Add the drained noodles to the skillet or griddle. Toss briefly to mix with the toasted garlic and ginger. Spread the noodles evenly and cook untouched for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Combine beef, noodles, and sauce: Add the cooked ground beef back with the noodles and sauté together briefly. Slowly pour in the prepared sauce.
  9. Toss and thicken the sauce: Mix everything well so the sauce coats the noodles fully. Sauté an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to your preferred consistency.
  10. Finish and serve: Garnish with the green onion tops and serve the dish immediately while hot and flavorful.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef with 90/10 or 93/7 fat ratio to avoid excess grease.
  • Reducing noodle cooking time prevents them from becoming mushy after stir-frying with beef and sauce.
  • Hoisin sauce adds a sweet and savory depth to the sauce but can be substituted with a mix of soy sauce and a pinch of sugar if unavailable.
  • High-heat oils like avocado oil are best for searing and sautéing at medium-high temperatures without burning.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/ground-beef-noodles-recipe/