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Ground Beef Noodles

Savory Ground Beef Noodles in One Pot for Quick Comfort

Quick and easy Ground Beef Noodles simmered in soy sauce and ginger for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or sesame oil Use for cooking the beef
  • 1 pound ground beef Main protein; can substitute with ground pork or turkey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce Opt for low-sodium for a healthier choice
  • 2 tablespoons grated ginger Fresh ginger preferred, ground works in a pinch
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper powder Adjust to taste or substitute with black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons corn flour (corn starch) For thickening the sauce; sweet potato starch can substitute
  • ½ cup cold water For mixing with corn flour
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese dark vinegar Optional for tanginess
  • to taste Chinese chilli oil Optional for heat
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces vermicelli noodles Can substitute with spaghetti or rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons spring onion (chopped) For garnish; scallions can be an alternative

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Small Bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat for about 1 minute, then add ground beef. Cook until browned, around 4-5 minutes.
  2. Stir in grated ginger and soy sauce; cook for 10-15 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add water and white pepper; stir and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. In a separate pot, boil salted water and cook the vermicelli noodles until al dente, about 3-4 minutes. Strain and set aside.
  5. Mix corn flour with cold water until smooth; gradually add to the beef mixture and cook until thickened, around 2-3 minutes.
  6. Fold in the cooked vermicelli noodles until coated; heat together for 1 minute. Serve hot, garnished with spring onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stove.

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