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Asian Ground Beef Noodles

Savory Asian Ground Beef Noodles for a Quick Dinner Fix

Delicious Asian Ground Beef Noodles ready in under 30 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil
  • 1 pound ground beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce consider low-sodium for a healthier dish
  • 2 tablespoons grated ginger fresh ginger is best
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper powder black pepper can substitute
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons corn flour (corn starch) sweet potato starch can be an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese dark vinegar (optional) balsamic vinegar can work
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese chilli oil (optional) adjust to taste
For the Noodles and Garnish
  • 8 ounces vermicelli noodles can substitute with angel hair pasta or rice noodles
  • 2 spring onions chopped scallions or chives can substitute

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in 2 tablespoons of grated ginger and 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, and fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of water and sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of white pepper powder. Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. In a pot, boil salted water and cook 8 ounces of vermicelli noodles according to package instructions (3-4 minutes). Strain and set aside.
  5. Mix 2 tablespoons of corn flour with ½ cup of water. Pour into the simmering sauce and stir until thickened (1-2 minutes).
  6. Toss in the cooked noodles, mixing well with the sauce. Serve in bowls, garnishing with chopped spring onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding water if needed to restore texture.

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