This Asian-Italian fusion dish combines the bold flavors of Mongolian beef with the luxurious aroma of truffle oil, all tossed with perfectly cooked noodles. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's gourmet fast food at its finest!
Ingredients
- 250g ramen noodles (or any thin noodles)
- 500g ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 5 tablespoons minced truffle in olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
Ingredient Notes
• For best results, use fresh ramen noodles if available
• Ground pork or turkey can substitute for beef
• White truffle oil works well if you don't have minced truffle
• Reduce brown sugar by half for a less sweet version
Instructions
- Prepare noodles: Cook in boiling water according to package directions (typically 3-4 minutes). Drain and rinse briefly with cold water to prevent sticking. Toss with 1 tsp oil if not using immediately.
- Make sauce: In small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
- Cook beef: Heat large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up with spoon, until no pink remains (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat but leave about 1 tbsp for flavor.
- Combine flavors: Add minced garlic to beef and sauté 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in prepared sauce and stir to coat meat evenly. For thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1-2 minutes more.
- Add truffle: Remove from heat and stir in truffle oil mixture. The residual heat will warm it without cooking off the delicate truffle aroma.
- Toss noodles: Add cooked noodles to skillet and gently toss until evenly coated with sauce. Use tongs for best mixing.
- Garnish & serve: Transfer to bowls and top with chopped green onions. Serve immediately while hot.
Chef's Tips
• For extra umami, add 1 tsp fish sauce to the sauce mixture
• Toast the noodles lightly in the pan before adding sauce for texture
• Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed
• Let the dish rest 2 minutes before serving for flavors to meld
Recipe Variations
Spicy Version: Add 1 tbsp sambal oelek or chili crisp to sauce
Vegetarian Option: Substitute beef with crumbled firm tofu or mushrooms
Extra Luxe: Top with shaved black truffle before serving
Low-Carb: Use shirataki noodles or zucchini noodles instead
Nutrition Information
Per serving (approximately 1.5 cups)
Nutrition information is approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.
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