Quick Mongolian Noodles Recipe (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 8 oz egg noodles or spaghetti
02 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced

→ Sauce

04 - 1/2 cup soy sauce
05 - 1/4 cup brown sugar
06 - 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)

→ Add-ins & Garnish

09 - 1 cup cooked beef strips or chicken (optional)
10 - 1 cup sliced green onions
11 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots

# Instructions:

01 - Boil noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and red chili flakes (if using).
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok. Sauté garlic until fragrant. Add shredded carrots and cooked protein (if using) and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
04 - Toss in the cooked noodles, pour the sauce over them, and mix well.
05 - Top with sliced green onions. Serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - Can substitute protein with tofu or mushrooms for vegetarian option
02 - Add sesame seeds or crushed peanuts for extra crunch
03 - Sweetness and spice level can be adjusted to taste