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CHINESE-STYLE MINCE WITH NOODLES

5 from 1 vote
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!
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Total Time 5 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  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.

Notes

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.