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Asian Ground Beef Noodles Recipe

Name: Asian Ground Beef Noodles Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoon oil; 250 g ground beef; 2 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon grated ginger; 2 teaspoon white pepper powder (adjust to taste); 2 tablespoon corn flour (corn starch); 2 tablespoon spring onion (chopped); 120 g vermicelli noodles; 2 tablespoon Chinese dark vinegar (optional); 2 tablespoon Chinese chili oil (optional)

Bymia larkspur February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

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Introduction

This Asian Ground Beef Noodles recipe combines savory ground beef with flavorful seasonings and tender vermicelli noodles. It’s a quick and satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners, delivering a delicious balance of textures and tastes.

Two servings of noodles with minced meat sauce are shown on white plates, both topped with chopped green onions. The first plate, closer to the bottom left, has noodles mixed with browned minced meat and small red bits, with a slightly oily texture, placed on a white marbled surface. Black chopsticks rest on this plate, picking up some noodles. The second plate, toward the upper right, has plain noodles with a thick brown minced meat sauce on top, garnished with green onions. Nearby are small white bowls with green onions and a red chili and sesame oil sauce. A piece of fresh ginger and a small patterned jug with dark liquid are placed near the plates. The setup uses natural light and has a calm, cozy feel, photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons oil
250 g ground beef
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons white pepper powder (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons cornflour (corn starch)
2 tablespoons chopped spring onion
120 g vermicelli noodles
2 tablespoons Chinese dark vinegar (optional)
2 tablespoons Chinese chili oil (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spoon. Cook until it is slightly browned.
Step 2: Stir in grated ginger and soy sauce, cooking for 10–15 seconds. Add 1 cup of water and white pepper powder. Cover with a lid and simmer for 10 minutes, adding more water if it evaporates too much.
Step 3: Meanwhile, cook the vermicelli noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 4: Mix the cornflour with ½ cup of water to form a smooth slurry. Pour it into the beef sauce and stir until the sauce thickens evenly.
Step 5: Toss the cooked noodles into the thickened beef sauce. Serve topped with chopped spring onions. Add Chinese dark vinegar and chili oil if you like for extra flavor.

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with crumbled tofu or minced mushrooms.
Adjust white pepper according to your spice preference for a milder or sharper taste.
Add steamed vegetables like bok choy or snap peas for added color and nutrition.
If you can’t find vermicelli, thin rice noodles work well as a substitute.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave, adding a splash of water if needed to loosen the sauce before serving.