Rice Noodles With Beef and Vegetables

Skip the takeout tonight! Our Rice Noodles with Beef and Vegetables come together fast and will leave you satisfied. You’ll have a delicious meal on the table in no time.

This recipe’s really flexible—you can switch out the beef for chicken or use tofu if you’re vegetarian. It’s perfect for both lunch and dinner.

Even if you’re just starting out in the kitchen, you’ll find it easy to make and super tasty.

Curious? Let me show you how to make it at home.

🥘 Ingredients And Substitutes

• Rice Noodles. Go for the flat, wide type to really hold onto the sauce.
• Beef. I prefer thinly sliced sirloin for its tenderness and quick cooking time, but feel free to use what you have on hand.
• Bell Pepper. Adds a pop of color and crunch. Any color works, though I’m partial to red for its sweetness.
• Carrot. Shred it for a subtle sweetness and an extra texture.
• Soy Sauce. It’s the backbone of the marinade, bringing that deep, savory flavor.
• Onions. Yellow onions are my go-to for their balance of sweetness and bite.
• Cloves and Marinated Ginger. These spices bring warmth and a zesty spark, perfect for enhancing the beef.
• Sesame Seeds. For a nutty finish and a nice crunch.
• Lemon Juice. A splash to brighten everything up.
• Cornstarch. Helps thicken the sauce, making it cling beautifully to the noodles and veggies.

👩‍🍳 Step-By-Step Directions

First, let’s marinate the meat. Slice it thin, toss it with 2-3 tablespoons of soy sauce, a tablespoon of cornstarch, and a bit of pepper. Give it a good mix and set it aside.

While the meat marinates, I prep the veggies. I usually go for carrots, bell peppers, and onions, all sliced thin. Feel free to switch these up or add others if you like.

Next, toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan until they’re just browned, then set them aside in a bowl. No need to wash the pan yet.

In that same pan, add a bit of oil and fry the marinated meat until browned, then move it to another bowl.

After the meat has browned, remove it from the pan and place the meat in another bowl.

Still using the same pan, add a bit more oil and start with the tougher veggies, like carrots and onions. Once they start to soften, season with black pepper, add some hot chili pepper to taste, and toss in the marinated ginger and any other veggies you’re using.

Pour in more soy sauce and stir everything together.

Bring the meat back into the pan and let it cook with the veggies.

Mix a bit more cornstarch with water and stir it into the pan, then add another glass of water to keep everything juicy.

Stir in some honey, then squeeze in the lemon juice.

Cover the pan, let it all simmer until the sauce thickens and the meat is fully cooked.

Meanwhile, cook your noodles as per the package instructions.

Quick Note: For rice noodles, usually soaking in boiling water for a few minutes and then rinsing in cold water does the trick.

When the meat and veggies are done, stir in the garlic and turn off the heat. Add the toasted sesame seeds and mix well.

Toss the noodles in with everything in the pan, give it a good mix, and if you like, top with some green onion.

And there you go, your noodles with beef and veggies are ready to enjoy!

Enjoy your meal!

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