Description
A delicious Vietnamese dish featuring tender beef marinated in lemongrass, served over rice noodles with fresh vegetables and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 stalks lemongrass, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 cup fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, basil)
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 carrot, julienned
- Chili sauce, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine minced lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and vegetable oil to create a marinade.
- Add the sliced beef to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the marinated beef until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- To assemble, place a portion of rice noodles in a bowl, top with cooked beef, bean sprouts, cucumber, carrot, and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle with chili sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more chili sauce or fresh chilies.
- Feel free to substitute the beef with chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Vietnamese, Lemongrass, Beef, Noodle Bowl, Recipe