Shanghai Spicy Beef Noodles (上海辣牛肉面)

上海辣牛肉面 (Shanghai Spicy Beef Noodles) is a popular dish in Shanghai cuisine known for its bold flavors and spicy kick. This dish features tender beef slices, chewy noodles, and a rich, spicy broth that will warm you up on a cold day.

Shanghai Spicy Beef Noodles (上海辣牛肉面)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz dried noodles
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp chili oil
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch ginger, sliced
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a pot, heat the chili oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Stir-fry until fragrant.
  2. Add the beef slices and cook until browned.
  3. Pour in the Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir to combine.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions.
  6. Divide the cooked noodles into serving bowls.
  7. Ladle the beef and broth over the noodles.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Pot Ladle Bowls Cooking spoon

Tools

Stove Cutting board Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Shanghai Spicy Beef Noodles with a side of pickled vegetables for a refreshing contrast to the spicy broth.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add a spoonful of chili paste or extra chili oil to the noodles before serving.

Cost

$15