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Vietnamese Spicy Beef Stew Noodles (Bún Bò Cay) Recipe

Linh
A flavorful and spicy Vietnamese beef stew served with rice noodles.
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Preparation Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Vietnamese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef stew meat
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, smashed and cut into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 package rice noodles
  • Fresh herbs (cilantro, basil)
  • Lime wedges
  • Bean sprouts

Instructions
 

  • 1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until fragrant.
  • 2. Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides.
  • 3. Add the lemongrass, chili paste, fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir to combine.
  • 4. Pour in the beef broth and water. Add the star anise and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • 5. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • 6. Serve the stew over the cooked rice noodles. Garnish with fresh herbs, lime wedges, and bean sprouts.

Notes

Adjust the level of chili paste to your taste. This dish can be made ahead and reheated.

Nutrition

CALORIES: 350kcalCARBOHYDRATES: 45gPROTEIN: 25gFAT: 10gSATURATED FAT: 3gCHOLESTEROL: 60mgSODIUM: 800mgPOTASSIUM: 500mgFIBER: 3gSUGAR: 5gVITAMIN A: 300IUVITAMIN C: 20mgCALCIUM: 60mgIRON: 4mg
Keyword Beef, Noodles, Spicy
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