Lanzhou Beef Noodles

Lanzhou Beef Noodles is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring hand-pulled noodles served in a savory beef broth, topped with tender slices of beef and fresh herbs. This high-protein breakfast is not only delicious but also energizing to start your day.

Ingredients

• Beef shank - 300g
• Water - 1.5 liters
• Noodles (fresh or dried) - 200g
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, sliced
• Star anise - 2 pieces
• Soy sauce - 2 tbsp
• Salt - to taste
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Chili oil - 1 tbsp (optional)

Steps

1. In a pot, add the beef shank, 1.5 liters of water, minced garlic, ginger slices, star anise, soy sauce, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40-50 minutes until the beef is tender.
2. Once cooked, remove the beef shank from the pot and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.
3. In the same broth, add the noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 3-5 minutes for fresh noodles or 8-10 minutes for dried noodles.
4. While the noodles are cooking, prepare your serving bowls. Place a generous amount of cooked noodles in each bowl.
5. Ladle the hot beef broth over the noodles, ensuring to include some of the garlic and ginger for flavor.
6. Top the noodles with sliced beef, chopped green onions, and cilantro. Drizzle with chili oil if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 1.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which aids in muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in iron from beef, supporting healthy blood circulation.

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