Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 8 oz noodles (lo mein or spaghetti)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Directions:

1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the beef and optional red pepper and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet, coating them in the beef and sauce mixture.
6. Garnish with chopped green onions, red pepper flakes (if using), and sesame seeds before serving.
7. Servings: 4 servings