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Beef & Noodles with Lime-Soy Glaze

weeknightasian-inspiredbeef
10 minPrep20 minCook4Serves

Ingredients

  • 1 poundground beef
  • 12 ouncesegg noodles
  • 3 tablespoonsoy sauce
  • 2lime
  • 4 clovesgarlic
  • 1 tablespoonginger
  • 2 tablespoonvegetable oil
  • 4scallions
  • ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes

Prep

  1. 01

    Mince 4 cloves garlic

  2. 02

    Mince 1 tablespoon fresh ginger

  3. 03

    Juice 2 limes

  4. 04

    Slice 4 scallions

Method

  1. 01

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles according to package directions, then drain and set aside.

  2. 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.

  3. 03

    Add minced garlic and ginger to the beef and cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 04

    Pour in 3 tablespoons soy sauce and the juice of 2 limes. Stir well and cook for 1 minute to meld flavors.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

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