Beef & Cabbage Glass Noodle Stir-Fry

Beef & Cabbage Glass Noodle Stir-Fry

4 servings
Packed with sesame flavors & fresh veggies! This can be made vegan by opting out with the beef! These noodles have a chewy texture, made with a single ingredient; sweet potato starch!

Ingredients

  • 8 oz glass noodles
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

    for cooking

  • 2 cloves garlic

    minced

  • 8 oz sirloin beef

    can sub chicken or tofu

  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 2 garlic cloves

    minced

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare noodles according to package instructions. Drain and leave to side.

  2. 2

    Preheat a large pan to medium heat with oil. Add sirloin beef and cook on high heat until done. Remove from pan and leave to side.

  3. 3

    Add more oil to pan and sauté garlic for 10 seconds. Add cabbage and carrots to cook for 1 minute until soft. Add in green onions and toss in beef, noodles, sesame oil, both soy sauces, brown sugar and garlic. Toss and fry for another minute to allow flavors to marinate together! Serve warm!

Beef & Cabbage Glass Noodle Stir-Fry

Beef & Cabbage Glass Noodle Stir-Fry

4 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a vibrant, flavorful meal that comes together in a flash? This Beef & Cabbage Glass Noodle Stir-Fry delivers a delicious balance of savory beef, crisp vegetables, and chewy sweet potato glass noodles, all infused with irresistible sesame notes.

What makes this dish truly special are the glass noodles themselves—made from a single ingredient, sweet potato starch, they offer an incredibly satisfying chewy texture that holds up beautifully to the rich, savory sauce. The thoughtful combination of two types of soy sauce, brown sugar, and a generous amount of sesame oil creates a deeply balanced and aromatic experience that will transport your taste buds.

Prepare for a delightful interplay of textures and tastes with this Beef & Cabbage Glass Noodle Stir-Fry. You'll savor the tender strips of sirloin beef alongside crunchy carrots and the fresh bite of green onions, all coated in a rich, umami-packed sauce with a hint of sweetness. The star, however, is the unique glass noodles, which boast a delightful, springy chewiness that makes every bite interesting and satisfying. This dish offers a complex flavor profile that feels both comforting and exotic, without being overly complicated to prepare.

This versatile stir-fry offers easy modifications to suit your preferences. The sirloin beef can be readily swapped for chicken or tofu, making it adaptable to different tastes or dietary needs. As the recipe description notes, you can also make this dish entirely vegan by simply omitting the beef.

This Beef & Cabbage Glass Noodle Stir-Fry is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, offering a complete and satisfying meal in one bowl. Serve it immediately to enjoy the best texture of the noodles and fresh ingredients.

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