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Mongolian Beef Noodles

Delicious Mongolian Beef Noodles for Quick Homemade Bliss

Enjoy these Mongolian Beef Noodles for a quick and satisfying homemade meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound beef (flank or sirloin) substitute with chicken or tofu if desired
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch can replace with arrowroot starch
  • 1 pinch baking soda used to tenderize beef
For the Noodles
  • 12 ounces udon noodles can swap with ramen or egg noodles
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust for low-sodium soy sauce
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup regular soy sauce or use low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce or consider mushroom-based vegetarian sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar substitute with honey or coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil or use regular sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper adjust spice level to taste
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock vegetable stock can be used
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cloves garlic fresh garlic is best
  • 1 tablespoon ginger or use minced ginger paste
  • 2 pieces Thai red chilies adjust quantity based on spice preference
  • 1 cup green bell pepper substitute with any bell pepper
  • 1 cup carrot can replace with zucchini
  • 2 stalks green onion for garnish, chives or scallions also work

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • wok
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the sauce by mixing regular soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, crushed red pepper, toasted sesame oil, chicken stock, and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  2. Marinate the beef by slicing it against the grain into thin strips and combining it with salt, cornstarch, and baking soda. Let it rest for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Cook the udon noodles in boiling water according to package instructions, draining them 1-2 minutes early to keep them firm. Toss with oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Stir-fry the marinated beef in a hot wok with vegetable oil until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same wok, stir-fry ginger, garlic, and Thai red chilies until fragrant. Add green bell pepper and carrots, cooking until just tender.
  6. Combine the sauce with the vegetables in the wok, then add udon noodles and crispy beef, tossing everything together until heated through.
  7. Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover noodles in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat with a splash of stock to revive moisture.

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