Tsuivan - Mongolian dish with homemade noodles, beef and vegetables

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

wheat noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Whole grain noodles offer more fiber, while rice noodles are often cheaper.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce sodium intake, while tamari is gluten-free.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

Boil water in a large pot and cook the wheat noodles until al dente, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain the noodles and set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add sliced beef and stir-fry until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Add minced garlic and ginger, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add sliced onions, carrots, bell peppers, and mushrooms; stir-fry until vegetables are tender, about 4-5 minutes.

Add shredded cabbage and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing well to combine all ingredients.

Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Season with black pepper and salt to taste.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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