Savory Beef Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Rice Noodles
Indulge in this delightful stir-fry recipe featuring tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and delicate rice noodles all perfectly enveloped in a savory oyster sauce. This one-dish meal is both satisfying and nutritious, ideal for a quick yet tasteful dinner that you can share with your family or friends.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
peanut oil
2-3 tablespoons (for cooking)
rice noodles
400 g (softened in boiling water)
rump steak
800 g (trimmed of fat, gently pounded, and cut into small squares)
garlic
4 teaspoons (minced (4-6 cloves))
broccoli
1 cup (lightly steamed or microwaved)
carrot
1 large (peeled and julienned)
cauliflower florets
1 cup (lightly steamed or microwaved)
oyster sauce
3 tablespoons (ready to use)
large red chili pepper
1 (deseeded and cut into strips)
soy sauce
2 tablespoons (ready to use)
Instructions
1
Lightly steam or microwave the broccoli, carrot, and cauliflower for about 1 minute.
2
Place rice noodles in a bowl, pour boiling water over them, gently separate them, and let them soften. Once softened, drain and set them aside.
3
Trim any excess fat from the rump steak. Gently pound the meat and cut it into small squares.
4
Heat a wok over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of peanut oil, then cook the beef in batches until browned. You may add more oil as needed. Set the cooked beef aside.
5
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining oil to the wok. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
6
Add the softened rice noodles, sliced chili pepper, soy sauce, and oyster sauce to the wok. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until the noodles are well-coated with the sauces.
7
Return the beef to the wok and add the steamed vegetables. Cook everything together until all ingredients are heated through.
8
Serve immediately, enjoy your savory and satisfying meal.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main dish in this recipe?
It is a Savory Beef Stir-Fry with Vegetables and Rice Noodles featuring tender beef and oyster sauce.
What cut of beef is best for this stir-fry?
The recipe calls for 800 grams of rump steak, trimmed of fat and cut into small squares.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What type of noodles are required?
You will need 400 grams of rice noodles.
How do I prepare the rice noodles?
Place them in a bowl, pour boiling water over them, gently separate them, let them soften, and then drain.
Which vegetables are included in the stir-fry?
The vegetables used are broccoli, carrot, and cauliflower florets.
How should I pre-cook the vegetables?
Lightly steam or microwave the broccoli, carrot, and cauliflower for about 1 minute before adding them to the wok.
What kind of oil is recommended for cooking?
Peanut oil is recommended, specifically 2 to 3 tablespoons for cooking.
Why should I pound the rump steak?
Gently pounding the meat helps to tenderize it before cutting it into squares.
What sauces provide the flavor for this dish?
The savory flavor comes from a combination of 3 tablespoons of oyster sauce and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
Is this stir-fry spicy?
It contains one large red chili pepper, deseeded and cut into strips, which adds a mild kick.
How much garlic is needed?
You should use 4 teaspoons of minced garlic, which is roughly 4 to 6 cloves.
How do I cook the beef in the wok?
Heat the wok on high, add peanut oil, and cook the beef in batches until browned, then set it aside.
How long should the garlic be stir-fried?
Stir-fry the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant.
When do I add the sauces?
Add the soy sauce and oyster sauce to the wok along with the softened noodles and chili pepper.
How long do the noodles need to be stir-fried with the sauces?
Stir-fry for approximately 2 minutes until the rice noodles are well-coated.
What is the final step before serving?
Return the beef and steamed vegetables to the wok and cook until everything is heated through.
What is the category of this recipe?
It is categorized as a One Dish Meal.
Can I add more oil during the process?
Yes, you may add more peanut oil as needed when browning the beef in batches.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 10 specific ingredients listed for this recipe.
How should the chili pepper be prepared?
The large red chili pepper should be deseeded and cut into strips.
What is the preparation for the carrot?
The carrot should be peeled and julienned.
Does this dish belong to a specific cuisine?
Yes, it is considered part of Asian cuisine.
Is this a quick dinner option?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick dinner and a family meal.
How much oyster sauce is required?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of oyster sauce.
At what heat should the garlic be cooked?
Reduce the wok heat to medium before adding the minced garlic.
Should the beef be cooked all at once?
No, the instructions recommend cooking the beef in batches to ensure proper browning.
What should be done with excess fat on the steak?
You should trim any excess fat from the rump steak before pounding and cutting it.
How much broccoli is needed?
The recipe uses 1 cup of broccoli.
When should the meal be served?
It should be served immediately once all ingredients are heated through.