Braised Beef Noodles

Braised Beef Noodles is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender beef cooked in a rich broth, served over a bed of zoodles (zucchini noodles) for a healthy twist. This Paleo-friendly recipe combines aromatic spices and fresh vegetables to deliver a satisfying meal perfect for lunch.

Ingredients

• Beef chuck - 300 grams, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
• Zucchini - 2 medium, spiralized into noodles
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Coconut aminos - 3 tablespoons
• Beef broth - 500 ml
• Star anise - 1 whole
• Cinnamon stick - 1 small
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Add the beef cubes to the pot, browning them on all sides, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
3. Once browned, pour in the beef broth and add the coconut aminos, star anise, cinnamon stick, sliced carrot, salt, and black pepper.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 60 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
5. While the beef is braising, spiralize the zucchini into noodles and set aside.
6. Once the beef is tender, remove the star anise and cinnamon stick. Adjust seasoning if needed.
7. In a separate pan, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
8. Serve the zucchini noodles topped with the braised beef and broth, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables, promoting overall health.

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