Oriental Beef And Noodles
Oriental Beef and Noodles offers tender beef paired with stir-fried vegetables and flavorful hoisin sauce, perfect for a quick, savory Asian-inspired meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 beef eye round steaks (1/2-inch thick) ⓘ
- 1/4 cup water ⓘ
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce ⓘ
- 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar ⓘ
- oil ⓘ
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion ⓘ
- 1 small cucumber, peeled, halved, seeded and sliced ⓘ
- 1 small red bell pepper ⓘ
- 3 ounces Chinese noodles, broken and cooked ⓘ
- 4 teaspoons chopped cilantro, divided ⓘ
Instructions
- Combine water, hoisin sauce, and vinegar; reserve.
- Heat a nonstick frying pan over medium heat and brush lightly with oil.
- Add cucumber, red bell pepper, and green onions to the pan. Cook and stir for 1 minute.
- Stir in cooked noodles, 3 teaspoons of chopped cilantro, and half of the reserved sauce. Place on a warm platter.
- Pan broil beef eye round steaks for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked to desired doneness.
- Add the remaining sauce mixture to the frying pan, turning steaks to coat with sauce.
- Place steaks on the noodle mixture, then spoon warm sauce over steaks to coat.
- Sprinkle with remaining cilantro before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a tender beef steak, consider marinating the eye round steaks in the hoisin sauce mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking. If you don't have red-wine vinegar, rice vinegar is a great substitute. You can also use other vegetables like snap peas or carrots to add more color and crunch to the dish. This recipe is versatile and can be adapted to suit your taste preferences.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Oriental Beef and Noodles with a side of steamed broccoli or a fresh garden salad to balance the meal. For an extra touch, garnish with sesame seeds or additional chopped cilantro. This dish also pairs beautifully with Classic Pepper Steak for a complete Asian-inspired dinner experience.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, gently warm the beef and noodles in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of water or extra sauce to prevent drying out. This method helps to preserve the texture of the noodles and the flavor of the sauce.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Oriental Beef And Noodles contains roughly 1104 calories, with 7g protein, 31g carbohydrates, and 109g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (108% of the Daily Value) and iron (38% of the Daily Value), and a good source of dietary fiber and potassium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 488mg per serving (21% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different cut of beef for this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute the eye round steaks with flank steak or sirloin for a different flavor and texture. Just be mindful of the cooking time, as these cuts may cook faster. Always slice against the grain for tenderness.
What can I serve with Oriental Beef and Noodles?
In addition to the suggested sides, consider serving this dish with egg rolls or a bowl of hot and sour soup for a complete meal. You can also offer steamed rice or fried rice as an alternative to noodles.
Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Certainly! You can replace the beef with tofu or tempeh and use vegetable broth instead of water. Additionally, increase the amount of vegetables for a hearty vegetarian version that still delivers great flavor.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).