Beef Ginger Noodle Soup
- A soul-warming Asian-inspired soup featuring tender beef slices, aromatic ginger, and silky rice noodles.
- The perfect balance of savory broth, zingy ginger, and satisfying noodles in every spoonful.
- A complete meal in a bowl that’s both comforting and refreshing.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 200g rice noodles
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced on diagonal
- 2 green onions, sliced (whites and greens separated)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1–2 star anise pods (optional)
- 2 cups bok choy, chopped (optional)
- 1 cup bean sprouts (optional)
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp brown sugar (optional)
- ¼ cup cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
- ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 30-45 seconds.
- Add the thinly sliced beef sirloin to the pot, spreading it out evenly. Cook quickly, about 2 minutes, just until the outside changes color.
- Pour in soy sauce, allowing it to sizzle briefly with the beef. Then add beef broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Bring to a simmer, then add sliced carrots, white parts of green onions, and star anise if using. Simmer for 5 minutes, until carrots are tender but still have a slight bite.
- While soup simmers, cook rice noodles according to package instructions in a separate pot. Drain thoroughly and rinse briefly with cool water.
- Add cooked noodles to the simmering soup. If using optional bok choy, mushrooms, or bean sprouts, add them now and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed with additional soy sauce, fish sauce (if using), or salt.
- Remove from heat and stir in the green parts of green onions and cilantro if using.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Freeze the beef for 15-20 minutes before slicing to achieve thinner slices.
- Always use fresh ginger for the most vibrant flavor.
- For meal prep, store broth, beef, and noodles separately.
- Add chili oil or sliced jalapeños at serving time for those who prefer more heat.
- Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 2 cups)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 670
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 65
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