Craving a delicious and authentic Chinese takeout experience without the wait or hefty price tag? Then look no further than this quick and easy stir-fried beef rice noodle recipe! This dish is bursting with flavor, combining tender strips of beef with chewy rice noodles and a vibrant sauce that's both savory and slightly sweet. It's the perfect weeknight meal, ready in under 30 minutes, and easily customizable to your spice preference and available ingredients. Forget complicated techniques and long ingredient lists; this recipe prioritizes simplicity and delivers maximum deliciousness.
This vibrant stir-fry is incredibly versatile; feel free to add your favorite vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or carrots for extra nutrition and texture. Ready to dive into the flavorful world of homemade Chinese cuisine? Let's get started with our step-by-step guide to making the best stir-fried beef rice noodles you've ever tasted!
Tools Needed
- Frying pan
Ingredients
- Fresh rice noodles
- Beef
- Onion
- Garlic
- Chives
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Dark soy sauce: 1/2 teaspoon
- Chinese cooking wine: 1/2 teaspoon
- Light soy sauce: 1 teaspoon
- Oyster sauce: 1 teaspoon
- Oil: 8 ml + 1 tablespoon
- Bean sprouts
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1. Prepare Ingredients and Sauce
- Cut beef into thin slices. Mince onion and garlic. Chop chives into sections. Prepare the sauce by mixing salt, dark soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine, light soy sauce, and oyster sauce in a bowl.
Step 2. Stir-fry Beef and Noodles Separately
- Heat 8 ml of oil in a frying pan over very high heat. Add beef and stir-fry until browned on both sides.
- Keep only 1 tablespoon of oil in the pan. Add the rice noodles and 1/2 teaspoon of dark soy sauce. Stir-fry for 2 minutes over high heat.
Step 3. Sauté Aromatics and Combine
- Remove noodles and set aside. Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add garlic and stir until it begins to brown.
- Add onion and bean sprouts. Stir-fry for 10 seconds.
- Add the cooked beef and stir-fried noodles to the pan. Combine and stir for a few seconds. Turn off the heat.
Step 4. Serve
- Serve immediately.
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Tips
- The final dish should have a smoky, 'wok hei' flavor from the high heat cooking.
- For fresh rice noodles, watch my video on how to make them.
Nutrition
- Calories: 600-700
- Fat: 25-35g
- Carbs: 70-85g
- Protein: 30-40g
FAQs
1. Can I use different types of noodles?
Yes! While rice noodles are traditional, you can substitute with other noodles like flat rice noodles, egg noodles, or even spaghetti, though cooking times may vary.
2. What if I don't have all the ingredients listed?
Don't worry! This recipe is very adaptable. Feel free to omit ingredients you don't have or substitute with similar ones. The core flavors will still shine through.
So there you have it – a quick, easy, and incredibly flavorful stir-fried beef rice noodle dish that's perfect for a busy weeknight. This recipe proves that authentic-tasting Asian cuisine doesn't have to be complicated. Enjoy your delicious homemade meal!