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Simple Asian Ground Beef Noodles – A Flavor-Packed Weeknight Winner


  • Author: Sophia Langley
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Get ready to fall in love with your new go-to dinner—Simple Asian Ground Beef Noodles! Perfect for those craving a fast, comforting meal packed with flavor, this dish checks all the boxes: it’s a quick dinner, easy recipe, and a great idea for weeknight food. With rich umami flavors, tender noodles, and that hint of garlic and soy, every bite is a satisfying slurp.

This hearty noodle stir-fry brings together juicy ground beef, colorful veggies, and a savory-sweet sauce in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re hunting for dinner ideas, need a last-minute lunch, or want to batch-prep a delicious meal, this easy noodle bowl delivers big on taste with minimal effort. Warm, saucy, and sprinkled with green onions and sesame seeds—it’s everything your soul (and stomach) needs.


Ingredients

8 oz ramen noodles (or lo mein, yakisoba, or spaghetti)

1 lb ground beef

2 tablespoons sesame oil

1/2 cup diced carrots

1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

1 tablespoon oyster sauce

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 teaspoon grated ginger

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

3 green onions, chopped

1 tablespoon sesame seeds (garnish)


Instructions

  1. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart. Cook until browned and cooked through.
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, carrots, and bell pepper. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Pour sauce into skillet and stir to coat beef and veggies evenly.
  6. Add cooked noodles to skillet. Toss to combine and heat through for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat. Top with green onions and sesame seeds.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner