Phở Xào Bò with Lemongrass and Chili

Nguyên liệu

• Wide flat rice noodles (Bánh phở)1 lb
• Beef sirloin or flank steak1 lb
• Garlic4 cloves
• Lemongrass2 stalks
• Red chilies1-2
• Soy sauce3 tbsp
• Fish sauce1 tbsp
• Sugar1 tsp
• Cornstarch1 tbsp
• Vegetable oil3 tbsp
• Bean sprouts2 cups
• Scallions4 stalks
• Cilantro1/4 cup chopped
• Saltto taste
• Black pepperto taste
• Water2 tbsp

Các bước

1. 1

   Prepare noodles: If using dried, soak according to package directions. If fresh, briefly blanch or rinse with hot water until pliable. Drain well.

2. 2

   Marinate the beef: Thinly slice beef against the grain. Mince garlic. Finely mince the tender white part of the lemongrass stalks. Thinly slice chilies (remove seeds for less heat). In a bowl, combine beef, minced garlic, minced lemongrass, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and 2 tbsp water. Set aside.

4. 4

   Stir-fry the beef: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add marinated beef in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary) and stir-fry until browned and cooked through. Remove beef from wok and set aside.

5. 5

   Stir-fry aromatics and vegetables: Add remaining 2 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok. Add sliced chilies and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bean sprouts and stir-fry for 1 minute until slightly wilted.

6. 6

   Combine and finish: Add the cooked beef and prepared noodles to the wok. Pour the sauce over the noodles and beef. Toss everything together quickly over high heat until the noodles are coated and heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the chopped scallions and cilantro.

7. 7

   Serve immediately.