Trust me, we didn't waste any time demolishing this when my mom made it during those busy days

Servings: 4

1 lb ground beef
8 oz noodles (e.g., linguine or spaghetti)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional for added heat)
2 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnishing)
Salt and pepper to taste

1. Boil water in a large pot and cook the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. While the noodles are cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper during cooking.

3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

4. Lower the heat to medium. Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and optional chili flakes. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the beef to absorb the flavors.

5. Toss the cooked noodles into the beef mixture, mixing well to ensure the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.