Description
A comforting and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days, featuring tender beef and chewy noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef (chuck or brisket), cut into pieces
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 cups egg noodles or rice noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh herbs (like cilantro or basil, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pot: Start by selecting a large pot. Heat some oil over medium heat.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Brown the Beef: Add the pieces of beef to the pot and brown on all sides to add flavor.
- Add Liquids and Seasoning: Pour in beef broth and water, add soy sauce and grated ginger. Stir and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours for tender beef.
- Cook the Noodles: In the last 10 minutes, add your choice of noodles and let cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and fresh herbs. Enjoy!
Notes
For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat with extra water or broth if needed. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: beef noodle soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, homemade soup, hearty meals