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Healthy Beef Chow Mein Recipe

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A wholesome and flavorful healthy beef chow mein featuring wholemeal noodles, lean fillet steak, and a colorful mix of vegetables stir-fried with tamari and brown rice vinegar for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Noodles and Meat

  • 2 wholemeal noodle nests (85g)
  • 200g lean fillet steak, fat removed and cut into strips
  • 2 tsp rapeseed or sesame oil

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 small red onion (100g), finely chopped
  • 15g piece of ginger, peeled and finely chopped
  • 160g chestnut mushrooms, thickly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 160g ready-to-eat beansprouts
  • 4 spring onions (65g), cut into diagonal lengths

Sauce & Seasoning

  • 1½ tsp tamari
  • 1 tbsp brown rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp water (for sauce mixture)
  • Black pepper, to season

Instructions

  1. Cook the Noodles: Prepare the wholemeal noodle nests according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. Stir-fry the Beef: Heat 1 tsp of the oil in a wok over high heat. Stir-fry the lean fillet steak strips for about 30 seconds until browned. Remove the beef from the wok, place on a plate and set aside.
  3. Sauté Onion and Ginger: Add the remaining 1 tsp of oil to the wok. Stir-fry the finely chopped red onion and ginger until softened. To prevent burning, add a drop of water if necessary and cook covered for 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Cook Mushrooms and Garlic: Stir in the chestnut mushrooms and finely chopped garlic. Continue frying for about 3 minutes until the mushrooms start to soften.
  5. Add Beansprouts: Add the ready-to-eat beansprouts and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until piping hot.
  6. Prepare Sauce and Combine: In a small bowl, mix the tamari, brown rice vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of water. Add the drained noodles to the wok and toss well with the vegetables.
  7. Add Sauce, Spring Onions, and Beef: Pour the tamari mixture over the noodles, stir in the spring onions and the browned beef strips. Stir-fry everything together for a few minutes until heated through.
  8. Season and Serve: Season with plenty of freshly ground black pepper to taste and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use wholemeal noodles for added fiber and a healthier alternative to white noodles.
  • Rapeseed or sesame oil adds subtle flavors and are good for high-heat stir-frying.
  • Adding a drop of water during onion and ginger cooking prevents sticking and burning without adding more oil.
  • Tamar is a gluten-free soy sauce alternative; adjust if you prefer a less salty option.
  • Ensure beef is cooked quickly over high heat to keep it tender and juicy.

Keywords: healthy chow mein, beef chow mein, wholemeal noodles, stir fry, quick dinner, low fat Asian recipe

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