Black Bean Chili Beef Rice Noodles (豉椒牛肉米粉)
This dish combines thinly sliced beef with a spicy and savory black bean chili sauce, all served over delicate rice noodles. It's a flavorful and satisfying dish that's popular in Chinese cuisine.
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 300 g beef sirloin or flank steak thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Rice Noodles:
- 200 g rice noodles
- Boiling water for soaking
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons black bean sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
For Stir-Frying:
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1-2 red chilies sliced
- 1 capsicum / bell pepper sliced
- 1 onion sliced
Instructions
Marinate the Beef:
- Combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil.
- Mix well and set aside to marinate for at least 20 minutes.
Prepare the Rice Noodles:
- Place the rice noodles in a large bowl and cover with boiling water.
- Soak until tender, usually around 5-10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix together the black bean sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Set aside.
Cook the Beef:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
- Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the wok.
- Sauté the garlic, chilies, bell pepper, and onion until softened.
Combine Everything:
- Return the beef to the wok.
- Add the prepared sauce and mix well.
- Finally, add the soaked rice noodles and toss everything together to combine.
Serve:
- Serve the Black Bean Chili Beef Rice Noodles hot, garnished with additional slices of red chili or a sprinkle of fresh herbs, if desired.
