Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
6 unit

green onions

green and white parts chopped and separated

1 unit

red chile pepper

finely chopped

1 unit

green chile pepper

finely chopped

2 cloves

garlic

chopped

3 tbsp

dark soy sauce

4 tbsp

walnut oil

1 tsp

dark brown sugar

1 pound

beef sirloin steak

cut into thin strips

8 ounces

dried Chinese egg noodles

10 ounces

frozen chopped spinach

thawed and drained

1 unit

red bell pepper

chopped

1 cup

snow peas

halved

0.75 cup

baby corn

halved

1 tsp

soy sauce

2 tbsp

sesame seeds

Step 1
~2 min

Combine the white parts of green onions, red chile pepper, green chile pepper, and garlic in a large bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Add dark soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of walnut oil, and brown sugar to the bowl.

Step 3
~2 min

Mix the marinade well.

Step 4
~2 min

Add beef to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 24 hours.

Step 5
~2 min

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 6
~2 min

Add egg noodles and cook until softened but still firm, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7
~2 min

Drain the noodles.

Step 8
~2 min

Cook spinach in a separate pot of boiling, lightly salted water until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 9
~2 min

Drain the spinach and set aside.

Step 10
~2 min

Heat 1 teaspoon of walnut oil in a wok.

Step 11
~2 min

Add the green parts of the green onions, bell pepper, snow peas, baby corn, and 1/2 teaspoon of soy sauce.

Step 12
~2 min

Stir-fry until lightly browned but still crisp, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 13
~2 min

Remove the vegetables from the wok.

Step 14
~2 min

Stir-fry noodles with 1 teaspoon of oil and 1/2 teaspoon of soy sauce in the same wok until crisp, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 15
~2 min

Transfer the noodles to a plate.

Step 16
~2 min

Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in the wok.

Step 17
~2 min

Stir-fry the marinated beef and some sesame seeds in batches until fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 18
~2 min

Add the cooked vegetables back to the wok.

Step 19
~2 min

Stir-fry until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Step 20
~2 min

Place a layer of drained spinach over the noodles.

Step 21
~2 min

Pour the stir-fry mixture on top of the spinach and noodles.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the beef for longer for more intense flavor.

Adjust the amount of chile pepper to your spice preference.

Don't overcook the noodles; they should be slightly firm.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Beef can be marinated up to 24 hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Serve with a side of steamed rice (optional).

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Dumplings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Singapore

Cultural Significance

Reflects the diverse culinary influences in Singaporean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Chinese New Year
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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