Description
Craving a quick dinner that tastes better than takeout? These Mongolian Beef Noodles are your answer. Tender beef strips are tossed with chewy noodles and colorful bell peppers in a rich, garlicky soy-based sauce. This easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight meals, quick dinners, or when you’re just in the mood for something comforting and bold. If you love dinner ideas that are simple, hearty, and packed with flavor, this is a must-try. Ideal for easy recipes, food ideas, or quick meal prep during the week.
Ingredients
1 lb flank steak
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 tsp cornstarch
8 oz lo mein noodles
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
3 green onions, sliced
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp crushed peanuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Slice flank steak thinly against the grain and toss with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and cornstarch. Marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Cook lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Rinse in cold water and set aside.
3. Heat a wok or large skillet with oil over medium-high heat. Stir-fry beef in batches until browned. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add red bell pepper and cook until slightly tender.
5. Mix remaining soy sauce, brown sugar, and 1/4 cup water with 1 tsp cornstarch. Pour into the pan and stir until the sauce thickens.
6. Add the cooked beef and noodles to the pan. Toss everything to coat well.
7. Garnish with green onions and crushed peanuts. Serve hot.
Notes
Always slice beef against the grain for tenderness.
Undercook noodles slightly—they finish cooking in the pan.
Add chili flakes or sriracha if you want to make it spicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: quick dinner, easy recipe, beef noodles, Mongolian beef, dinner ideas