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Asian Ground Beef Noodles

Savory Asian Ground Beef Noodles for Quick Weeknight Meals

Quick and flavorful Asian Ground Beef Noodles perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or sesame oil for frying
  • 250 grams ground beef can be swapped with ground chicken or pork
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium if desired
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger fresh ginger works best
  • 2 teaspoons white pepper powder adjust to taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons corn flour used to thicken the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese dark vinegar optional, balsamic vinegar can replace
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese chilli oil optional, omit for milder version
For the Noodles
  • 120 grams vermicelli noodles can use other types like spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons spring onion chopped, scallions can serve as substitute

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • separate pot for boiling noodles

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Asian Ground Beef Noodles
  1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add ground beef, cook for about 5-7 minutes until brown.
    Asian Ground Beef Noodles
  2. Stir in grated ginger and soy sauce, fry for 10-15 seconds until fragrant.
    Asian Ground Beef Noodles
  3. Pour in water and sprinkle white pepper powder. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
    Asian Ground Beef Noodles
  4. Boil salted water in a separate pot and cook vermicelli noodles for 3-5 minutes until al dente. Drain.
    Asian Ground Beef Noodles
  5. Mix corn flour with water, then stir into the beef sauce. Cook until thickened for 2-3 minutes.
    Asian Ground Beef Noodles
  6. Combine noodles with the beef mixture, ensuring all noodles are coated. Cook for another minute.
    Asian Ground Beef Noodles
  7. Serve hot, topped with spring onions and optional vinegar and chili oil.
    Asian Ground Beef Noodles

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with seasonal vegetables for added nutrition and color. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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