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Ginger Sesame Beef Noodle Pan
Tender ground beef, quick noodles, cabbage, ginger, and sesame sauce come together in one pan.
Why this dinner works
This is the kind of weeknight recipe Copper Kettle Table is built around: one main pan, familiar ingredients, and a clear sequence that lets flavor build without leaving a sink full of dishes.
The recipe starts with the ingredient that benefits most from browning, then uses the same pan to season the base. That means the finished dish tastes rounded and cozy without requiring a long simmer or specialty equipment.
Dana's cooking notes
- Read through the method once before heating the pan; the steps move quickly once the aromatics go in.
- Keep broth or water nearby so you can loosen the pan if anything reduces faster than expected.
- Taste at the end, not just the beginning. A squeeze of lemon, splash of vinegar, or pinch of salt often wakes up one-pot dinners.
Make it fit your night
Most skillet dinners are flexible. Swap greens, use the broth you have, or add a simple salad if you want something fresh alongside. Leftovers keep well in an airtight container for up to three days.
Ginger Sesame Beef Noodle Pan
Tender ground beef, quick noodles, cabbage, ginger, and sesame sauce come together in one pan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rice noodles or thin wheat noodles
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups shredded cabbage
- 3 scallions, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- Sesame seeds and chili crisp, optional
Method
- Soak or cook noodles according to package directions until just tender. Drain.
- Brown beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add cabbage, scallions, garlic, and ginger. Cook 3 minutes, until cabbage wilts slightly.
- Whisk soy sauce, vinegar, honey, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
- Add noodles and sauce to the skillet. Toss over medium heat until glossy and hot.
- Finish with sesame seeds and chili crisp if using.
Notes
- Have the sauce mixed before the noodles go in; this recipe moves quickly at the end.
Nutrition information is not calculated on this site; ingredients and brands vary, so use your preferred calculator if needed.
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About Dana
Dana Ruiz is the home cook and recipe writer behind Copper Kettle Table, where dinner is practical, flavorful, and designed for fewer dishes.