Chinese-style mince with noodles
If you’ve ever wondered about the perfect fusion of comfort, taste, and nutrition in one dish, the answer is Chinese-style mince with noodles. A delightful medley of textures and flavors that promises both satisfaction and health benefits. Dive into this beloved dish with AH7, where we blend culinary wonders with health-conscious choices!
Ingredients
- Ground beef or chicken: 1 lb (450g)
- Medium-sized egg noodles: 8 oz (225g)
- Ginger: 2 inches (5cm), grated
- Garlic cloves: 3, minced
- Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons (45ml)
- Oyster sauce: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
- Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon (15ml)
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon (15ml)
- Spring onions (green onions): 4, chopped
- Baby spinach: 1 cup (30g)
- Red bell pepper: 1, thinly sliced
- Shiitake mushrooms: 1 cup (150g), thinly sliced
Preparation and Cook Time: 35 minutes
Serves: 4
Nutritional Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fat: 10g
- Sugars: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
Instructions
1. First and foremost, get all your ingredients ready.
2. Boil a pot of water and cook the egg noodles as per the package’s instructions until they’re al dente.
3. Drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
4. In a large wok or frying pan, heat up the vegetable oil.
5. Toss in the grated ginger and minced garlic, stirring until it’s fragrant.
6. Add your choice of ground beef or chicken, cooking it until it’s browned and broken down into smaller chunks.
7. Slide in the sliced shiitake mushrooms and red bell peppers.
8. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, making sure everything’s coated nicely.
9. Give it a quick stir, letting all the ingredients marry together.
10. Introduce the cooked noodles into the wok or pan, tossing everything together.
11. Once all is well combined and heated, stir in the baby spinach until it’s just wilted.
12. Finish off with spring onions, reserving some for garnish.
Tips
1. When cooking noodles, always keep an eye out to avoid overcooking.
2. Using fresh ginger and garlic can significantly elevate the taste.
3. If you’re aiming for a spicier kick, consider adding a dash of chili oil or flakes.
4. Always opt for low-sodium soy sauce to manage salt content.
Serving Suggestions
- Plate up the Chinese-style mince with noodles, garnishing with the reserved spring onions.
- Consider pairing with a light cucumber salad or steamed bok choy on the side.
- For those who like extra heat, serve with a side of chili oil or your favorite spicy sauce.
- An iced green tea or jasmine tea complements the savory nature of this dish beautifully.
FAQs
1. What kind of meat is best for Chinese-style mince with noodles?
While the recipe primarily suggests ground beef or chicken, other lean meats like turkey can be a good substitute, depending on personal preference.
2. Can I make this dish vegetarian or vegan?
Absolutely! Swap out the meat for tofu or tempeh. Ensure the oyster sauce is replaced with a vegan alternative or omitted.
3. How can I make this dish gluten-free?
Choose gluten-free noodles and ensure the soy sauce and other condiments are labeled gluten-free.
4. What can be paired with this dish for a complete meal?
A light cucumber salad, steamed bok choy, or even vegetable spring rolls could complement this dish perfectly.
5. How should I store leftovers?
Cool the leftovers, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan or microwave before eating.
6. Can I add other vegetables to the recipe?
Of course! Vegetables like snow peas, broccoli, or carrots can be great additions.
7. Is this recipe spicy?
This version isn’t particularly spicy. However, you can adjust the spice level with chili oil or flakes to taste.
8. What can I substitute for oyster sauce if I don’t have it?
Hoisin sauce or a combination of soy sauce with a little brown sugar can be an alternative.
9. Can I prepare any components of the dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can precook the noodles and refrigerate them. The meat mixture can also be prepared a day in advance.
10. Can I use different types of noodles for this dish?
While egg noodles are suggested, you can try rice noodles, udon, or even spaghetti as alternatives.
CHINESE-STYLE MINCE WITH NOODLES
Nutritions
Ingredients
- Ground beef or chicken: 1 lb 450g
- Medium-sized egg noodles: 8 oz 225g
- Ginger: 2 inches 5cm, grated
- Garlic cloves: 3 minced
- Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons 45ml
- Oyster sauce: 2 tablespoons 30ml
- Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon 15ml
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon 15ml
- Spring onions green onions: 4, chopped
- Baby spinach: 1 cup 30g
- Red bell pepper: 1 thinly sliced
- Shiitake mushrooms: 1 cup 150g, thinly sliced
Instructions
- First and foremost, get all your ingredients ready.
- Boil a pot of water and cook the egg noodles as per the package’s instructions until they’re al dente.
- Drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large wok or frying pan, heat up the vegetable oil.
- Toss in the grated ginger and minced garlic, stirring until it’s fragrant.
- Add your choice of ground beef or chicken, cooking it until it’s browned and broken down into smaller chunks.
- Slide in the sliced shiitake mushrooms and red bell peppers.
- Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, making sure everything’s coated nicely.
- Give it a quick stir, letting all the ingredients marry together.
- Introduce the cooked noodles into the wok or pan, tossing everything together.
- Once all is well combined and heated, stir in the baby spinach until it’s just wilted.
- Finish off with spring onions, reserving some for garnish.
Notes
- Plate up the Chinese-style mince with noodles, garnishing with the reserved spring onions.
- Consider pairing with a light cucumber salad or steamed bok choy on the side.
- For those who like extra heat, serve with a side of chili oil or your favorite spicy sauce.
- An iced green tea or jasmine tea complements the savory nature of this dish beautifully.
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