Name: Sweet Chilli beef and Pepper Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 400g (14 oz) rump steak, thinly sliced; 3 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper; Vegetable oil, for frying; 200g (7 oz) dried medium egg noodles; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced; 1 onion, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp minced ginger; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 3 tbsp sweet chilli sauce; 2 tbsp tomato ketchup; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 2 tbsp rice vinegar or white wine vinegar; 1 red chilli, thinly sliced (optional); 2 spring onions, chopped (to garnish)

Description

These crispy chilli beef noodles combine crunchy strips of beef with a spicy, sticky sauce and stir-fried vegetables, all tossed with noodles for a satisfying and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

400g (14 oz) rump steak, thinly sliced
3 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
200g (7 oz) dried medium egg noodles
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp minced ginger
2 tbsp soy sauce
3 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
2 tbsp tomato ketchup
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp rice vinegar or white wine vinegar
1 red chilli, thinly sliced (optional)
2 spring onions, chopped (to garnish)

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Instructions

Cook the noodles according to the packet instructions, then drain and set aside.
Place the sliced beef in a bowl and toss with cornflour, salt, and pepper until coated.
Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over high heat. Fry the beef in batches until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
Carefully pour out excess oil, leaving about 1 tbsp in the pan. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes.
Add the garlic, ginger, and red chilli (if using), and stir-fry for another minute.
Mix the soy sauce, sweet chilli sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, and vinegar in a small bowl, then pour into the pan.
Let the sauce bubble for a minute, then add the cooked noodles and crispy beef.
Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
Garnish with spring onions and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure beef is sliced thinly for maximum crispiness.
Adjust chilli level to taste for a milder or spicier dish.
Best served immediately to retain the crisp texture of the beef.
Use a high smoke point oil like vegetable or sunflower oil for frying.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 550
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 65mg