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Preparation
35 minutes
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Cooking
25 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
You are looking for a light dish that ensures the criteria of deliciousness and ease of execution; then the beef noodle salad is exactly what you’re looking for. Not only is it delicious, but the beef noodle salad also contains a high level of nutrients. Into the kitchen with Điện máy XANH to learn how to make this mixed dish right away!
Ingredients for Beef Noodle Salad Serves 3 people
Dried noodles 50 gr Beef 200 gr Spinach 50 gr Enoki mushrooms 50 gr Shiitake mushrooms 20 gr Carrot 50 gr Onion 50 gr Bell pepper 50 gr Chicken egg 1 egg (Only take the yolk) Shallot 1 bulb Garlic 3 cloves Roasted white sesame seeds 1/2 tablespoon Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce 1/2 tablespoon Sesame oil 2 tablespoons Soy sauce 2 tablespoons Common seasoning a little (Sugar/ seasoning powder/ ground pepper)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh beef
- You should choose beef cuts instead of ground beef, with the meat being soft, small, and not overly lean.
- Additionally, you should choose beef that has a red color with some white marbling, feels firm to the touch, and has a good elasticity.
- Avoid choosing beef that has a pale color, shows many white specks like bruises on the meat, feels sticky to the touch, and has an unusual fishy smell.
How to choose delicious, quality carrots
- Delicious sweet carrots usually have a balanced size, not too large or too small, and have a bright orange color.
- You should choose shiny, firm carrots that feel solid in hand, with a small core inside, as these are fresh carrots worth buying.
- Avoid choosing scratched carrots, those with many tiny black spots, and those with wilted or separated tops.
- Moreover, do not choose large carrots that feel light and soft in hand as they are old and lack nutrients.
How to choose quality shiitake mushrooms
- For dried shiitake mushrooms: Choose mushrooms with a light brown cap that is firmly attached to the stem.
- Avoid mushrooms that are moldy, have many white spots, and have an unusual smell.
- For fresh shiitake mushrooms: You should choose mushrooms that are medium-sized, with a cap that is slightly curved downwards and has a yellow-brown color, especially with a distinctive aroma.
- Avoid mushrooms that are bloated or bruised, have a dark brown color as they may be poisonous and very dangerous to eat.
How to choose fresh, delicious bell peppers
- You should choose bell peppers that are medium-sized, with smooth, shiny skin, and bright colors.
- In addition, fresh and delicious bell peppers feel quite firm in hand, slightly hard, and the stem is still fresh and tightly attached to the fruit.
- Avoid bell peppers that are scratched, have many dark spots on the skin, and feel soft when touched, as these are peppers that have been stored for too long.
How to choose fresh, safe enoki mushrooms
- You should choose enoki mushrooms that have a bean sprout shape, with the cap tightly hugging the stem, and are white and slightly glossy.
- Avoid mushrooms that are dark black, bruised, and feel slimy when touched.
How to prepare Beef Vermicelli Salad
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Preparing the beef
Buy the beef and wash it with diluted salt water, then rinse it again with clean water and let it drain.
Next, use a knife to cut it into thin, bite-sized pieces and place them onto a plate.
How to clean beef properly, without a foul smell- Method 1: Use a clean, damp cloth to gently wipe the piece of beef without rinsing with water.
- Method 2: Crush 1 piece of roasted ginger, then rub it onto the beef for about 2 minutes, after which rinse the beef with water and let it drain before cooking.
See details: How to clean beef properly, without a foul smell
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Marinating the beef
Peel the garlic, wash it clean, and then finely chop it.
Next, marinate the beef with 1/4 tablespoon of oyster sauce, a little ground pepper, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1/3 of the chopped garlic.
Then, use a pair of chopsticks to mix well and let the beef marinate for 15 minutes for the flavors to infuse evenly.
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Prepare side ingredients
Wash the bok choy and cut it into pieces about 5cm long. Wash the bell pepper with water, remove the stem and seeds, then cut into thin strips.
Peel the shallots and cut them into wedges. Soak the shiitake mushrooms in water for about 1 – 2 hours, then rinse with clean water and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Peel the carrot, wash it clean, and then slice it thinly. Clean the enoki mushrooms, cut off the roots, and separate them into bite-sized pieces.
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Boiled vermicelli and vegetables
Bring pot of water about 1 liter to a stove, boil on high heat, when the water boils, add 50g of vermicelli and boil briefly for about 2 minutes.
To keep the vermicelli chewy and not mushy, after removing it, immediately place it in a prepared bowl of cold water.
After about 15 – 20 seconds, remove the vermicelli, rinse again with water until cool, then place it in a large bowl along with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and mix well.
Utilizing the pot of water used to boil the vermicelli, add the prepared spinach and boil for about 1 minute, then remove and rinse with cold water and let drain.
After the spinach has drained, add the spinach to the bowl of vermicelli along with 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil and use chopsticks to mix evenly.
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Fried egg yolk
You put the egg yolk into a bowl, use chopsticks to beat it evenly. Place a pan on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and heat it up over medium heat.
When the oil is hot, pour all the beaten eggs into the pan and fry until both sides are cooked evenly. After that, scoop the eggs out, let them cool, and use a knife to cut into strips.
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Stir-fry beef and vegetables
Utilizing the pan that was used to fry the eggs, add 1/3 of the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant over medium heat.
When the garlic is golden and aromatic, increase the heat, add the marinated beef, and stir-fry for about 2 – 3 minutes until the beef is medium-rare, then turn off the heat and transfer to a bowl of noodles.
Continue to sauté the remaining purple onion with 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, then add the onion, carrot, shiitake mushrooms, bell pepper, and enoki mushrooms in order.
Season with 1/2 tablespoon of seasoning powder, a bit of sugar, and 1/4 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are evenly cooked, then turn off the heat and add them to the bowl of noodles.
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Mix noodles
After adding all the ingredients into the bowl, season with the remaining sugar, along with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and sprinkle a bit of ground pepper.
Mix well to ensure the seasoning is evenly absorbed into the ingredients, then scoop onto a plate, add the shredded egg on top, and sprinkle with some toasted white sesame seeds to finish.
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Completion
The mixed vermicelli when completed has a fragrant aroma and a very beautiful color. The beef is tender and aromatic without being tough, while the carrots, bell peppers, and mushrooms are crunchy and infused with seasoning, surely this flavor will make you “crazy” for it. Try it in the kitchen right away!
So, Điện máy XANH has introduced to you how to make stir-fried vermicelli with beef deliciously, attractively, and full of nutrients. What are you waiting for? Let’s get into the kitchen and show off your skills for your family to enjoy. Wish you success!
