Description
This Asian-Style Ground Beef Spaghetti is a delicious fusion dish combining tender spaghetti noodles with savory ground beef cooked in a flavorful sesame sauce. Infused with garlic, ginger, and a medley of Asian sauces like soy, hoisin, and oyster sauce, this recipe is completed with fresh shredded veggies and garnished with toasted sesame seeds and green onions. It’s a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner perfect for anyone looking to add an Asian twist to their pasta dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti noodles
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions (plus more for garnish)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional for heat)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to keep warm.
- Cook Ground Beef: Heat the 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 fully cooked.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic, fresh ginger, and chopped green onions to the skillet. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture becomes fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha (if using), brown sugar, and black pepper until combined.
- Combine Sauce and Beef: Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the cooked ground beef and stir well to coat the beef evenly.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the shredded carrots and cabbage. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but still retain some crunch.
- Toss with Spaghetti: Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until the noodles are well coated and heated through.
- Serve: Plate the dish and garnish with extra green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, substitute spaghetti with zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles.
- Ground turkey or ground chicken can be used as a leaner alternative to ground beef.
- Adjust sriracha or chili sauce to your preferred heat level or omit for no spice.
- If fresh ginger or garlic is unavailable, powdered forms can be used but adjust quantities accordingly to avoid overpowering flavors.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control the salt content especially if watching sodium intake.
