Whip up this easy protein-packed beef noodles dinner in just 20 minutes using simple ingredients like ground beef, udon noodles, and a sweet-savory Mongolian sauce.
Ingredients
Instructions
Gather all ingredients: ground beef, udon noodles, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and green onions. Cook udon noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the sauce.
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5 minutes.
Pour the sauce over the cooked beef. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
Add the cooked udon noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until noodles are well coated with the sauce. Cook for 1 minute to heat through.
Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!
For best results
- For extra protein, use ground beef with 90% lean or higher.
- To make it spicier, add 1 teaspoon of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- If you prefer thicker noodles, substitute udon with lo mein or thick spaghetti.
Variations
- Swap ground beef for ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
- Add vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas for extra crunch and nutrients.
- Make it gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free noodles.
Nutrition
- Calories485 kcal
- Total Fat15g
- Saturated Fat5g
- Cholesterol80mg
- Sodium720mg
- Total Carbohydrates50g
- Dietary Fiber3g
- Sugars17g
- Protein35g