Description
Asian-Style Ground Beef Spaghetti is a flavorful fusion dish combining tender spaghetti noodles with a savory ground beef stir-fry infused with garlic, ginger, and a tangy soy-based sauce. This quick and easy meal brings together classic Asian flavors and Italian pasta for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Spaghetti and Sauce
- 8 ounces spaghetti noodles
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)
Garnish (Optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Additional green onions
Instructions
- Cook Spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside to be combined later.
- Brown Ground Beef: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics and Veggies: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in shredded carrots and chopped green onions and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.
- Prepare and Add Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Pour this sauce into the skillet with the beef and vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly.
- Thicken Sauce: Pour in the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) and simmer the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the skillet and toss well to combine the noodles with the beef and sauce. Cook for an additional minute to allow the noodles to absorb the flavors.
- Serve: Serve the Asian-Style Ground Beef Spaghetti hot, garnished with optional sesame seeds and extra green onions for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground turkey or plant-based meat for different dietary preferences.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch and nutrition.
- Use tamari and gluten-free spaghetti to make this dish gluten-free-friendly.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to vary the spice level to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
