Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 oz Asian noodles (lo mein, chow mein, or spaghetti)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
- Optional: Green onions, sesame seeds, or other toppings
Instructions
1. Prepare the Noodles:
Boil a pot of water and cook noodles for 5-7 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Ground Beef:
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up, for 5-7 minutes until browned and fully cooked.
3. Combine:
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the ground beef. Pour in the stir-fry sauce and toss until everything is coated and hot (about 2-3 minutes).
4. Serve:
Serve hot with optional toppings like chopped green onions or sesame seeds.
Notes
- Customize with vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, mushrooms, or snow peas for added texture and nutrition.
- This recipe is ideal for quick dinners and can be made in under 20 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Mongolian, Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg