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Savory Mongolian Beef Noodles
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Savory Mongolian Beef Noodles – A Quick Flavor Explosion

Savory Mongolian Beef Noodles is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: customizable, Easy Recipe, Family Meal, flavorful, quick dinner, Savory Mongolian Beef Noodles
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • Wok or deep skillet

Ingredients

For the Beef

  • 1 pound Flank Steak You can substitute with skirt steak or ribeye.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Omit for a gluten-free option.

For the Noodles

  • 8 ounces Lo Mein/Udon Noodles Substitute with spaghetti or linguine if needed.

For the Sauce

  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Regular soy sauce increases sodium content.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Coconut sugar or honey are alternatives.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferable.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can be used in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Water Replace with low-sodium broth for extra flavor.

For the Vegetables

  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Snow peas or snap peas can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chives can be substituted or omitted.

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Vegetable oil can be used as a substitute.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Toss the sliced flank steak with cornstarch and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ginger, and water until well combined.
  • Heat sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat and sear the beef for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  • In the same skillet, sauté chopped red bell pepper for 2-3 minutes.
  • Return the beef to the pan, add the sauce, and simmer until the sauce thickens.
  • Add the cooked noodles to the pan, tossing gently until evenly coated.
  • Plate the dish and garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with sesame seeds or chili flakes for extra kick.