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Beef Szechuan Noodles Recipe


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  • Author: Maxine Dubois
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

These Beef Szechuan Noodles Recipe are made with Chinese egg noodles, ground beef, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and Szechuan chili oil.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons tahini, almond or peanut butter
  • 8 ounces Chinese egg noodles or spaghetti
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 3 tablespoons Szechuan Chili Oil 
  • 2 scallions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, rice vinegar and tahini in a bowl and mix well.
  2. Cook the noodles according to package instructions.
  3. In a large deep skillet on medium high heat, add sesame, vegetable oil and the ground beef. Sprinkle pepper and stir until brown, around 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the soy sauce mixture and bring to a simmer until the sauce coats the beef and begins to get crispy, another 4-7 minutes. Add baby spinach, cover, and cook for 3 minutes. Stir well.
  5. Add the chili oil, stir, and remove from heat.
  6. Toss in the noodles.
  7. Garnish with chopped scallions.

Notes

  • Cook the noodles al dente, so they are still slightly firm when you bite into them. This will prevent the noodles from becoming mushy when you stir-fry them with the other ingredients.
  • Use a wok or a large skillet to stir-fry the noodles. This will ensure that the noodles cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the sauce and other ingredients.
  • Prep all the ingredients beforehand and have them within easy reach. Szechuan noodles cook quickly, and you won't have time to chop vegetables or measure out ingredients while you're stir-frying.
  • Adjust the heat to your liking. Szechuan noodles can be spicy, so adjust the amount of chili flakes or Szechuan peppercorns to your desired level of heat.
  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your Szechuan noodles a bright and vibrant taste.
  • Don't over-sauce the noodles. A little sauce goes a long way, and adding too much can make the dish soggy. Add the sauce gradually and toss the noodles until they are evenly coated.
  • Add protein such as beef, chicken, or shrimp for a more filling meal.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 374.8
  • Sugar: 5.8 g
  • Sodium: 465.9 mg
  • Fat: 8.1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 43.8 g
  • Fiber: 2.4 g
  • Protein: 30.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 52.8 mg