Asian Ground Beef Noodles (Print-Friendly Version)
Ground beef, spring onion, and noodles in an umami-packed Asian sauce for a quick, satisfying dish.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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8.8 ounces ground beef
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
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2 teaspoons white pepper powder, or to taste
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons chopped spring onions
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4.2 ounces dried vermicelli noodles
→ Toppings and Optional Ingredients
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2 tablespoons Chinese dark vinegar (optional)
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2 tablespoons Chinese chili oil (optional)
# How to Make It:
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Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add ground beef and break into small pieces. Cook until lightly browned.
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Stir in the grated ginger and soy sauce. Stir fry the mixture for 10–15 seconds until fragrant.
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Add 1 cup water and the white pepper powder. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, adding more water as needed to prevent evaporation.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add vermicelli noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Mix the cornstarch with 1/2 cup water until smooth. Pour into the beef mixture, stirring constantly, and cook until the sauce thickens evenly.
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Add the cooked noodles to the beef sauce and toss to coat. Top with chopped spring onions and, if desired, drizzle with Chinese dark vinegar and chili oil before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Add soy sauce to the pan-fried beef to caramelize and enhance toasty, sweet flavors.
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Vermicelli has a similar texture to Chinese hand-pulled noodles, but any noodle type may be substituted.