First, get your noodles boiling. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add in the noodles, and cook them according to the package instructions. You want them just a little firm because they’re going to absorb some of the sauce later on. Drain them once they’re done, and set them aside.

While the noodles are cooking, heat up a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add your ground beef, and break it up as it cooks. You’ll want to cook it until it’s fully browned, which should take about 5–7 minutes. Once it’s browned, drain any excess fat. It’s a quick step, but it really makes a difference in keeping the dish from getting too greasy.

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch. This simple sauce is what makes the dish so flavorful, and it’s the key to tying everything together. Stir until the cornstarch is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

Now it’s time to bring everything together. Add the sauce to the cooked ground beef in your skillet. Stir it around so the beef is evenly coated in the sauce. Let it cook for another 2–3 minutes, just until the sauce thickens up. You’ll start to notice the sauce cling to the beef and smell absolutely amazing.

Once the sauce is ready, it’s time to add the cooked noodles. Toss them right into the skillet with the beef and sauce. Stir everything together so the noodles are fully coated in that savory sauce. If you need to, you can add a little splash of water to help thin the sauce out a bit, but don’t go overboard. You want that sauce to stick to the noodles, not drown them.

After everything is mixed together, it’s time to garnish. Sprinkle some sliced green onions on top for a burst of freshness and a little crunch. Serve it up and enjoy!