Spicy Hoisin Beef Noodle Recipe | Quick & Easy

hoisin sauce

🥗Healthier: plum sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce + sugar

Plum sauce offers a similar sweetness, while soy sauce and sugar can mimic the flavor profile.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles provide a low-carb option, while spaghetti is a budget-friendly substitute.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken breast is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, and canola oil is more affordable.

Soak rice noodles in warm water until softened, about 20 minutes.

Slice beef against the grain into thin strips.

Mix hoisin sauce in a bowl.

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

Add beef to the skillet and stir-fry until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Remove beef from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add sliced bell pepper and carrot; stir-fry until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Return beef to the skillet and pour in the sauce mixture; toss to coat.

Add soaked rice noodles and sesame oil; stir-fry until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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