Description
recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that combines savory ground beef with a sweet, salty sauce and tender linguine noodles. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is customizable with your favorite vegetables and is perfect for busy nights when you want a satisfying, comforting meal. With its perfect balance of sweet, salty, and umami flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 8 oz linguine noodles
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté Garlic and Onion: Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet with the ground beef. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onions soften.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Combine with Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing them to coat in the sauce and beef mixture. If desired, add vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots at this stage.
- Finish and Serve: Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat everything through. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- Vegetable Add-ins: Feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, or carrots to make the dish more colorful and nutritious.
- Spicy Version: If you like extra heat, add more crushed red pepper flakes or drizzle in a bit of sriracha.
- Noodle Substitution: You can swap linguine noodles with rice noodles, udon noodles, or even spaghetti for a different texture.
- Protein Options: For a change, you can substitute the ground beef with ground chicken, turkey, or tofu for a vegetarian alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Mongolian, Asian Fusion