Get ready to transform your boring weeknight dinner into a flavor explosion that'll have your taste buds dancing! 🔥 This Ground Mongolian Beef Ramen is the ultimate comfort food mashup that combines the bold, savory flavors of Mongolian-style beef with the convenience of everyone's favorite instant noodles. In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy meal that's so delicious, it'll make your takeout menu cry with jealousy. Whether you're a busy home cook or a culinary adventurer, this recipe is about to become your new go-to dinner that's both quick and incredibly satisfying!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mongolian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 packs ramen noodles
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by measuring out soy sauce, brown sugar, chopping green onions, mincing ginger and garlic, and setting them aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it shimmers and becomes fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the hot skillet, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spatula or cooking spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the beef is completely browned and no pink remains.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the beef, stirring continuously to prevent burning and to distribute flavors evenly.
- Pour in soy sauce and sprinkle brown sugar over the beef, mixing thoroughly to create a rich, glossy coating on the meat.
- While beef is cooking, prepare ramen noodles according to package instructions in a separate pot of boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- Reduce heat to low and let the beef simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Divide prepared ramen noodles among serving plates and top with the Mongolian ground beef mixture.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and serve hot.
Tips
- For the most flavorful beef, use ground beef with a slightly higher fat content (80/20) to ensure juiciness and rich taste.
- Make sure to break down the ground beef into very small crumbles for the most authentic texture and even cooking.
- Don't rush the browning process - let the beef develop a nice golden color for maximum flavor development.
- If you want extra heat, add a teaspoon of sriracha or red pepper flakes when adding the soy sauce and brown sugar.
- For a more authentic touch, toast some sesame seeds and sprinkle them over the dish along with the green onions.
- If you prefer less sodium, use low-sodium soy sauce and adjust seasoning to taste.
- For a complete meal, consider adding some quick-sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to the beef mixture.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days - the flavors actually improve overnight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 550kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 95mg
