Beef Vermicelli Bowl

30 mins
Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Drain the cooked vermicelli noodles.
  2. 2Drain the cooked vermicelli noodles.
  3. 3Drain the cooked vermicelli noodles.
  4. 4Add sliced carrots, cucumber, and spring onions into a bowl.
  5. 5Add sliced carrots, cucumber, and spring onions into a bowl.
  6. 6Add sliced carrots, cucumber, and spring onions into a bowl.
  7. 7Cook the beef in a pan until crispy and flavourful.
  8. 8Cook the beef in a pan until crispy and flavourful.
  9. 9Cook the beef in a pan until crispy and flavourful.
  10. 10Pour the sweet chili sauce over the crispy beef.
  11. 11Pour the sweet chili sauce over the crispy beef.
  12. 12Pour the sweet chili sauce over the crispy beef.
  13. 13Combine the beef and sauce with the vegetables in a large bowl.
  14. 14Combine the beef and sauce with the vegetables in a large bowl.
  15. 15Combine the beef and sauce with the vegetables in a large bowl.
  16. 16Add the cooled vermicelli noodles to the bowl with the beef and vegetables.
  17. 17Add the cooled vermicelli noodles to the bowl with the beef and vegetables.
  18. 18Add the cooled vermicelli noodles to the bowl with the beef and vegetables.
  19. 19Pour more sweet chili sauce over the noodles and vegetables.
  20. 20Pour more sweet chili sauce over the noodles and vegetables.
  21. 21Pour more sweet chili sauce over the noodles and vegetables.
  22. 22Sprinkle with fried shallots and toasted sesame seeds.
  23. 23Sprinkle with fried shallots and toasted sesame seeds.
  24. 24Sprinkle with fried shallots and toasted sesame seeds.
  25. 25Slice beef thinly.
  26. 26Slice beef thinly.
  27. 27Slice beef thinly.
  28. 28Put the beef in a bowl.
  29. 29Put the beef in a bowl.
  30. 30Put the beef in a bowl.
  31. 31Add bicarb soda, white pepper, soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cornflour to the beef.
  32. 32Add bicarb soda, white pepper, soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cornflour to the beef.
  33. 33Add bicarb soda, white pepper, soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cornflour to the beef.
  34. 34Mix the beef with the ingredients until well coated.
  35. 35Mix the beef with the ingredients until well coated.
  36. 36Mix the beef with the ingredients until well coated.
  37. 37Cook the beef on high heat until crispy.
  38. 38Cook the beef on high heat until crispy.
  39. 39Cook the beef on high heat until crispy.
  40. 40Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
  41. 41Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
  42. 42Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
  43. 43Boil water in a pot for the vermicelli noodles.
  44. 44Boil water in a pot for the vermicelli noodles.
  45. 45Boil water in a pot for the vermicelli noodles.
  46. 46Add the vermicelli noodles to the boiling water.
  47. 47Add the vermicelli noodles to the boiling water.
  48. 48Add the vermicelli noodles to the boiling water.
  49. 49Add dried chilli flakes to a pot.
  50. 50Add dried chilli flakes to a pot.
  51. 51Add dried chilli flakes to a pot.
  52. 52Add sugar to the pot.
  53. 53Add sugar to the pot.
  54. 54Add sugar to the pot.
  55. 55Add fish sauce to the pot.
  56. 56Add fish sauce to the pot.
  57. 57Add fish sauce to the pot.
  58. 58Add MSG to the pot.
  59. 59Add MSG to the pot.
  60. 60Add MSG to the pot.
  61. 61Squeeze lime juice into the pot.
  62. 62Squeeze lime juice into the pot.
  63. 63Squeeze lime juice into the pot.
  64. 64Add salt to the pot.
  65. 65Add salt to the pot.
  66. 66Add salt to the pot.
  67. 67Finely dice Thai chilies.
  68. 68Finely dice Thai chilies.
  69. 69Finely dice Thai chilies.
  70. 70Add diced Thai chilies to the pot.
  71. 71Add diced Thai chilies to the pot.
  72. 72Add diced Thai chilies to the pot.
  73. 73Add boiling water to the pot.
  74. 74Add boiling water to the pot.
  75. 75Add boiling water to the pot.
  76. 76Add cornflour to the pot to thicken the sauce.
  77. 77Add cornflour to the pot to thicken the sauce.
  78. 78Add cornflour to the pot to thicken the sauce.
  79. 79Stir the sweet chili sauce on low heat until thickened and delicious.
  80. 80Stir the sweet chili sauce on low heat until thickened and delicious.
  81. 81Stir the sweet chili sauce on low heat until thickened and delicious.
  82. 82Grate the cucumber.
  83. 83Grate the cucumber.
  84. 84Grate the cucumber.
  85. 85Grate the carrots.
  86. 86Grate the carrots.
  87. 87Grate the carrots.
  88. 88Slice the spring onions.
  89. 89Slice the spring onions.
  90. 90Slice the spring onions.
  91. 91Add the cooked and cooled vermicelli noodles to a large bowl.
  92. 92Add the cooked and cooled vermicelli noodles to a large bowl.
  93. 93Add the cooked and cooled vermicelli noodles to a large bowl.
  94. 94Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
  95. 95Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
  96. 96Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
  97. 97Serve the beef vermicelli bowl.
  98. 98Serve the beef vermicelli bowl.
  99. 99Serve the beef vermicelli bowl.

Ingredients

  • 400 g skirt or flank steak
  • 400 g skirt or flank steak
  • 400 g skirt or flank steak
  • 1 tsp bicarb soda
  • 1 tsp bicarb soda
  • 1 tsp bicarb soda
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 Tbsp cornflour
  • 1 Tbsp cornflour
  • 1 Tbsp cornflour
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 Tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 Tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 cucumber
  • 2 carrots
  • 2 carrots
  • 2 carrots
  • 1 bunch spring onions
  • 1 bunch spring onions
  • 1 bunch spring onions
  • 1 bunch chopped herbs
  • 1 bunch chopped herbs
  • 1 bunch chopped herbs
  • 200 g dried vermicelli noodles
  • 200 g dried vermicelli noodles
  • 200 g dried vermicelli noodles
  • fried shallots
  • fried shallots
  • fried shallots
  • toasted sesame seeds
  • toasted sesame seeds
  • toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 Thai chillies
  • 2 Thai chillies
  • 2 Thai chillies
  • 1.5 Tbsp dried chilli flakes
  • 1.5 Tbsp dried chilli flakes
  • 1.5 Tbsp dried chilli flakes
  • 3 Tbsp sugar
  • 3 Tbsp sugar
  • 3 Tbsp sugar
  • 2 limes
  • 2 limes
  • 2 limes
  • 3 Tbsp fish sauce
  • 3 Tbsp fish sauce
  • 3 Tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 pinch MSG
  • 1 pinch MSG
  • 1 pinch MSG
  • 1 pinch white pepper
  • 1 pinch white pepper
  • 1 pinch white pepper
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 0.25 cup boiling water
  • 0.25 cup boiling water
  • 0.25 cup boiling water
  • 2 tsp cornflour
  • 2 tsp cornflour
  • 2 tsp cornflour

Equipment

strainerbowlpanpotknifemandoline slicerlime squeezer

Tips

  • The velveting technique using bicarb soda tenderizes cheap cuts of meat.
  • The sweet chili sauce combines chilies, sugar, lime, salt, fish sauce, MSG, boiling water, and cornflour for thickening.
  • Serve the bowl with fried shallots and sweet chili sauce.
  • Cool down the noodles under cold water after cooking to prevent sticking and maintain texture for the salad.
  • This dish is a fusion of Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese cooking techniques, offering unique and rich flavors.
  • Can be made with different herbs such as coriander and mint for an aromatic touch.
  • Velveting allows for a crispy texture of the meat due to the use of cornflour and oil.
  • The meal is intended to be light and refreshing, perfect for summer.
  • The sweet chili sauce can be made beforehand and stored for later use.
  • Adjust the amount of chilies in the sweet chili sauce to your preferred spice level.
  • The tenderized meat and fresh vegetables make a well-balanced meal for a hot day.
  • This recipe can be made in about 30 minutes, making it a quick and convenient option.
  • The cornflour in the beef marinade ensures a crispy exterior when cooked.
  • The sweet chili sauce benefits from a low heat and constant stirring until it thickens.
  • Using both fresh and dried chilies in the sauce enhances the flavor and heat.
  • The dish is designed for repeat consumption due to its deliciousness and ease of preparation.
  • The sweetness of the sauce balances the savory beef and fresh vegetables.
  • Grate the cucumber and carrots to ensure even distribution and texture in the salad.
  • Spring onions add a fresh and pungent element to the salad.
  • The combination of textures from the crispy beef, soft noodles, and crunchy vegetables provides a satisfying eating experience.
  • Adding a pinch of MSG to the sweet chili sauce enhances the umami flavor.
  • The freshness of the lime juice in the sweet chili sauce brightens the overall taste.
  • The dish is versatile and can be adapted to individual preferences for spice and herbs.
  • The preparation steps are straightforward, making it accessible even for novice cooks.
  • The recipe utilizes common ingredients that are widely available.
  • It's a great option for meal prep as components can be prepared in advance.
  • The flavors are bold and vibrant, characteristic of Southeast Asian cuisine.
  • Perfect for outdoor dining or picnics during warm weather.
  • The sweet chili sauce is homemade, allowing for control over ingredients and taste.
  • The dish is visually appealing, with a colorful array of vegetables.