Tongan Legion: Cooking in the Wild - Noodles and Corned Beef

corned beef

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: canned beef

Canned beef is more affordable and has a longer shelf life.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos offer a similar flavor.

noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: pasta

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs while pasta is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter, while water with seasoning is budget-friendly.

Boil water in a large pot and add noodles, cooking until tender, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain noodles and set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced corned beef and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Add sliced carrot and cabbage, cooking until tender, about 4-5 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add cooked noodles to the skillet and mix well with the beef and vegetables.

Season with soy sauce, black pepper, and chili flakes to taste.

Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.

Garnish with sliced green onions.

Cooking Techniques

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