Beef & Noodles with Lime-Soy Glaze
Ingredients
- 1 poundground beef
- 12 ouncesegg noodles
- 3 tablespoonsoy sauce
- 2lime
- 4 clovesgarlic
- 1 tablespoonginger
- 2 tablespoonvegetable oil
- 4scallions
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
Prep
- 01
Mince 4 cloves garlic
- 02
Mince 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 03
Juice 2 limes
- 04
Slice 4 scallions
Method
- 01
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
- 02
While noodles cook, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it into small pieces, for 5–7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- 03
Add minced garlic and ginger to the beef and cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 04
Pour in 3 tablespoons soy sauce and the juice of 2 limes. Stir well and cook for 1 minute to meld flavors.
- 05
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until coated in the glaze, about 1–2 minutes. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
- 06
Divide into bowls and top with sliced scallions. Serve hot.
Spice Tips
For more heat, increase red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon or add a dash of hot sauce to the glaze. If you prefer it sweeter, add 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar. Fresh cilantro or mint scattered on top adds brightness and herbaceous depth.