Description
A protein-packed twist on classic Mongolian noodles, featuring savory stir-fried sauce, lean beef or tofu, and high-protein noodles. A quick and satisfying dish ideal for fitness-focused meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz high-protein noodles (chickpea, edamame, or whole wheat noodles)
- 1 lb (450g) lean flank steak or extra-firm tofu, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (omit if using tofu)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup broccoli florets or snap peas
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- If using beef, toss slices with cornstarch to lightly coat. For tofu, pat dry and cube.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add beef or tofu and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce, water, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir and bring to a simmer.
- Add carrots and broccoli. Cook for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return beef or tofu to the pan. Add cooked noodles and toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian high-protein option.
- Swap vegetables with whatever you have on hand like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- To lower sodium, use coconut aminos or reduced-sodium soy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: mongolian noodles, high protein, beef noodles, tofu noodles, stir-fry, healthy dinner