Potato Noodles With Garlic And Wine Beef
A savory Asian-inspired dish featuring tender potato noodles tossed with garlic, fresh vegetables, and marinated beef in a flavorful wine soy sauce mixture.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg. Arrowroot potato noodles
- 1 lb. beef, cubed ⓘ
- 1 large green pepper, sliced
- 1 large red pepper, sliced ⓘ
- 1 large or 2 small eggplants, sliced ⓘ
- 1 large red onion, cut in sections ⓘ
- 8 cups chicken broth ⓘ
- 4 Tbsp. sesame oil ⓘ
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed ⓘ
- 1/2 cup red wine ⓘ
- 1/4 cup light soy sauce ⓘ
- black pepper to taste ⓘ
Instructions
- Marinate beef cubes in soy sauce, garlic, red wine, and black pepper for at least 2 hours, or overnight for tougher meat.
- Boil noodles in 8 cups chicken broth until tender. The noodles will enlarge and absorb all the liquid. Keep covered to prevent evaporation.
- Cook vegetables in sesame oil in a large pot until just soft, stirring constantly. Remove vegetables and set aside.
- Cook the marinated beef with the marinade sauce in the leftover oil from the vegetables over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the meat is cooked through.
- Toss the cooked vegetables with the beef in the pan.
- Serve in individual bowls by dishing out the meat and vegetables with some sauce over the noodles.
Tips & Substitutions
For a gluten-free option, substitute the light soy sauce with tamari. If you prefer a spicier dish, consider adding some crushed red pepper flakes to the marinade. To enhance the flavor, sauté the garlic briefly before adding the beef. This recipe can also be adapted with other vegetables like zucchini or carrots, and you can use other proteins such as chicken or tofu to suit your taste.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the potato noodles with garlic and wine beef alongside a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. A light dipping sauce made of soy sauce and vinegar can enhance the flavors. This dish pairs beautifully with Hoisin Chicken for a delightful family-style dinner, allowing everyone to enjoy a variety of tastes.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm the noodles and beef mixture in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of chicken broth or water if needed to prevent sticking. You can also microwave them in short increments, stirring occasionally until heated through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Potato Noodles With Garlic And Wine Beef contains roughly 2290 calories, with 5g protein, 16g carbohydrates, and 250g fat. It is a good source of vitamin C (19% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (14% of the Daily Value), and protein (11% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1128mg per serving (49% 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 prepare the beef marinade in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the beef marinade up to 24 hours in advance. Marinating overnight often results in more flavorful meat. Just ensure to keep it refrigerated until you're ready to cook.
What can I use if I don't have arrowroot potato noodles?
If arrowroot potato noodles are unavailable, you can substitute with rice noodles or even whole wheat spaghetti. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time according to the noodle type you use to achieve the desired tenderness.
Is this dish suitable for meal prep?
Absolutely! This dish is excellent for meal prep as it stores well and the flavors develop further upon reheating. Just keep the noodles and beef mixture separate if possible to maintain texture, combining them just before serving.
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).