Beef and Noodle Soup "a la Vietnamese" Recipe

Name: Beef and Noodle Soup "a la Vietnamese"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless sirloin, fat removed and cut into fine julienne; 2 cloves garlic; 1 -inch piece ginger, peeled; 1 stick cinnamon; 2 quarts water; 1 large bunch cilantro; 1/4 pound vermicelli or capellini broken into 2-inch lengths; Salt, to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 cups fresh bean sprouts; 1/2 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

1 pound boneless sirloin, fat removed and cut into fine julienne
2 cloves garlic
1 -inch piece ginger, peeled
1 stick cinnamon
2 quarts water
1 large bunch cilantro
1/4 pound vermicelli or capellini broken into 2-inch lengths
Salt, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 cups fresh bean sprouts
1/2 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes

1
Combine beef, garlic, ginger, cinnamon and 2 quarts water.
2
Bring to a boil, skim off scum.
3
Reduce heat to low and simmer gently until meat is tender, about 45 minutes.
4
Continue skimming and keeping level of liquid constant by replenishing with fresh water.
5
Meanwhile, rinse and chop the cilantro.
6
When meat is tender, remove garlic, cinnamon and ginger.
7
Add noodles and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes.
8
Remove soup from heat, stir in salt, lime juice, bean sprouts, pepper and cilantro.
9
Adjust seasoning and serve piping hot.

100

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound boneless sirloin, fat removed and cut into fine julienne, 2 cloves garlic, 1 -inch piece ginger, peeled, 1 stick cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Beef and Noodle Soup "a la Vietnamese" falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef and Noodle Soup "a la Vietnamese"

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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