Asian Ground Beef Noodles (Print View)

Flavorful ground beef and noodles with soy, ginger, and spices make a quick, satisfying Asian-inspired dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
02 - 9 ounces ground beef
03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
05 - 2 teaspoons white pepper powder, or to taste
06 - 2 tablespoons corn starch
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped spring onions
08 - 4.2 ounces vermicelli noodles

→ Optional Garnishes

09 - 2 tablespoons Chinese dark vinegar
10 - 2 tablespoons Chinese chili oil

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add vegetable oil and ground beef. Break the meat apart with a spatula and cook until lightly browned.
02 - Stir in grated ginger and soy sauce and sauté for 10-15 seconds. Pour in 1 cup water and season with white pepper powder. Cover with a lid and simmer for 10 minutes, adding extra water if necessary to maintain moisture.
03 - Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add vermicelli noodles and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
04 - In a small bowl, combine corn starch with 1/2 cup water to form a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the beef mixture, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens evenly.
05 - Add the drained noodles to the beef sauce and toss thoroughly to coat. Serve immediately topped with chopped spring onions and, if desired, a drizzle of Chinese dark vinegar and chili oil.

# Notes:

01 - Adjust the amount of white pepper according to heat preference. Prepare all components ahead for ease of assembly.