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Beef Noodle Soup

A warm and comforting dish that combines tender beef and fragrant spices in a delicious broth, perfect for family meals or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Asian, Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the broth

  • 1.5 lbs beef bones (shank, oxtail, or a combination)
  • 8 cups water
  • 2 inch piece of ginger, smashed
  • 4 scallions, white parts only, roughly chopped
  • 2 star anise
  • 2 cloves cloves
  • 1 stick cinnamon stick
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (light or dark) to preference
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste

For the soup

  • 1 lb beef (brisket, chuck, or flank steak), thinly sliced
  • 1 lb fresh or dried noodles (egg noodles, wheat noodles, etc.)
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
  • Chopped scallions (green parts)
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Chili oil optional, for spice
  • Sesame oil optional, for flavor

Instructions
 

Make the broth

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine beef bones, water, ginger, scallion whites, star anise, cloves, and cinnamon stick.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 1 hour, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.

Season the broth

  • After simmering, remove the bones and discard them.
  • Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve to remove solids.
  • Return the broth to the pot, and add soy sauce, salt, and pepper.

Cook the beef

  • Add the sliced beef to the broth and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through but still tender.

Cook the noodles

  • Cook the noodles according to package directions.

Assemble the soup

  • Ladle the broth into bowls.
  • Add cooked noodles and beef slices.
  • Top with sliced hard-boiled eggs, chopped scallions, cilantro, chili oil (if using), and sesame oil (if using).

Notes

Serve Beef Noodle Soup hot. It’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can customize each bowl with fresh toppings like cilantro and scallions. If you like some heat, drizzle a bit of chili oil on top. This soup pairs nicely with crusty bread or rice, making it a satisfying meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Beef Noodle Soup, Comfort Food, Cozy Dinner, Hearty Soup, Homemade Broth
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