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Close-up of sizzling Mongolian beef with caramelized strips of beef, glossy soy-based glaze, and chewy flat rice noodles in a shallow white bowl, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, on a light wooden cutting board with soft shadows

Quick Mongolian Beef Noodles

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This fast Mongolian beef noodle bowl combines tender beef strips with chewy rice noodles in a rich, sweet-savory soy-ginger glaze. Ready in under 30 minutes — ideal for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 8 oz flat rice noodles
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef in batches and sear until browned (2–3 minutes). Transfer to a plate.
  3. Add remaining oil, garlic, and ginger to the skillet; sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Return beef to skillet. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Cook 2–3 minutes, stirring to combine.
  5. Toss in cooked noodles and toss until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • For tenderness, freeze beef for 20 minutes before slicing thin.
  • Use zucchini noodles or soba for a veggie swap.
  • Add steamed broccoli or bok choy for extra veggies.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American
  • Diet: Gluten-free option with tamari

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 2 cups)
  • Calories: 485 Kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 1220 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 61 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg
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