Spicy Somen with Steak Strips, Chilies and Mi

Name: Spicy Somen with Steak Strips, Chilies and Mi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces bear steak boneless, trimmed; 4 each scallions, spring or green onions; 1 medium onions; 4 each garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon salt; 6 ounces somen; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 6 tablespoons vegetable oil divided use; 2 each serrano chiles halved; 2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 each lime juice from 2 limes; 1/2 cup beef stock; 1 cup mint leaves fresh

Servings: persons

8 ounces bear steak boneless, trimmed
4 each scallions, spring or green onions
1 medium onions
4 each garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
6 ounces somen
1 tablespoon sesame oil
6 tablespoons vegetable oil divided use
2 each serrano chiles halved
2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 each lime juice from 2 limes
1/2 cup beef stock
1 cup mint leaves fresh

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Note: Somen is thin white wheat noodles.
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Cook's notes: Use caution when working with fresh chilies.
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Upon completion of slicing, wash work surface and hands thoroughly; do not touch your eyes.
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Most supermarkets stock oyster sauce in their Asian specialty sections.
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Procedure: Cut the steak into 3-inch-by- 1/4 inch strips.
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Cut dark-green part of the onions into 3-inch pieces and finely chop the remainder.
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Thinly slice the onion.
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Mince the garlic.
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Bring 4 quarts water and the salt to boil.
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Add the noodles and cook uncovered over high heat, stirring with chopsticks or a fork, for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until the noodles are just tender.
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Refresh under cold water and drain.
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Transfer the noodles to a colander in a large bowl.
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Toss with sesame oil.
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Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium- high heat.
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Add sliced onion and chilies and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes, or until onion is lightly browned.
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Transfer to a bowl and reserve.
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Add 2 tablespoons oil to the wok and increase the heat to high.
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Stirfry the steak for 1 to 2 minutes, or until it just changes color.
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Transfer the steak to the bowl and reserve.
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Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining oil to the wok.
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Add garlic and green onions and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
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Add the noodles to the pan and heat thoroughly.
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Add the broth, soy sauce and oyster sauce and heat thoroughly.
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Add steak, onion slices, chilies, mint leaves and lime; stir-fry for 30 seconds.
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Presentation: Serve the spicy somen on heated plates.
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The chilies can be removed or left in for garnish.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces bear steak boneless, trimmed, 4 each scallions, spring or green onions, 1 medium onions, 4 each garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Spicy Somen with Steak Strips, Chilies and Mi falls under the Soups & Stews 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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