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Beef Chow Fun

Silky wide rice noodles tossed with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and aromatic sauce in this classic Cantonese stir-fry. Ready in 20 minutes with bold umami flavors.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
28g
Beef Chow Fun
chinesebeefnoodlesstir-fryquick-mealweeknight-dinner

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Slice beef thinly against the grain. Toss with cornstarch and 1 tbsp soy sauce.

  2. Step 2

    Combine remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and beef broth in a small bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Gently separate chow fun noodles, breaking up any clumps.

  4. Step 4

    Heat 1.5 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until smoking. Sear beef in batches for 2-3 minutes per batch until browned. Transfer to a plate.

  5. Step 5

    Add remaining 1.5 tbsp oil to the wok. Stir-fry garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  6. Step 6

    Add chow fun noodles and sauce mixture. Toss continuously for 3-4 minutes, breaking up noodles as they warm through.

  7. Step 7

    Return beef to wok. Add bean sprouts, scallions, and white pepper. Toss for 1-2 minutes until heated through.

  8. Step 8

    Serve immediately on a platter.

Tools you’ll need

  • 14-inch wok or large skillet
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • small mixing bowl
  • wooden spoon or wok spatula
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups

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