Beef Chow Fun

Homemade Beef Chow Fun is the stuff lazy weekend dreams are made of. Forget takeout; this is why your tastebuds have a standing Friday night date with your kitchen. It’s got that irresistible combo of silky rice noodles, tender beef, and crunchy veggies, all pulling together with a sauce that’s both sweet and salty, like perfect harmony. Why go out when you can whip this up with a bottle of soy sauce from your pantry?

Ah, but here’s the real kicker. The first time I made Beef Chow Fun at home, it was purely an attempt to impress my husband. He raised a skeptical eyebrow when I announced dinner would just be “some noodles and stuff.” But the moment the aroma wafted through the kitchen, those doubts melted away faster than butter in a hot pan. Now, it’s an every-other-week kind of ritual where we argue over who gets the last noodle—and love every messy minute of it.

How to Make It

Imagine yourself chucking some beef slices in a sizzling hot pan while music plays in the background. Don’t worry if you splash a little sauce on the counter—it’s all part of the experience. Sometimes I throw in extra soy for good measure, or maybe a splash less if I remember we’re low. Oops, got a little burnt edge? Claim it’s intentional—extra “smoky” flavor.

✔Ingredient Notes

– Flat Rice Noodles: Get them fresh if you can. They soak up sauce like a sponge. The dried ones are okay too—just soak ’em first.
– Soy Sauce: No skimping here, folks! This is where the magic happens. Once, I ran out and subbed in some maple syrup… we don’t talk about that night.
– Beef: Choose your cut wisely; slices should be thin enough to melt in your mouth. No one likes jaw workouts over dinner.
– Sugar: Adds that hint of sweetness. I’ve tried brown, white, and couldn’t tell the difference—just use what’s at hand.
– Veggies: Anything goes, really. I’ve thrown leftover cabbage in there and been quite proud of it.

✔Recipe Steps

1. Soak or prep your flat rice noodles per package instructions.
2. Slice the beef into thin pieces, dreaming of how impressed everyone will be.
3. Heat a bit of oil in a wok (or whatever passable pan you’ve got).
4. Toss beef in, add soy sauce, and stir like there’s no tomorrow.
5. Throw in your veggies, admiring the rainbow of colors.
6. Add noodles and more sauce, taste-testing as you go. Yum.

What to Serve It With

✔Tips & Mistakes

✔Storage Tips

If any of this glorious creation survives the night, throw it in an airtight container and stash it in the fridge. It’s not the worst cold, but give it a quick zap in the microwave for breakfast—if you dare—and you’ll be a happy camper.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Run out of soy sauce? Tamari, or even coconut aminos, works fine. Sub honey for sugar if you’re out—it adds a different kind of sweetness that I personally dig. Experiment with chicken or pork if beef’s not your jam.

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Beef Chow Fun

Delicious stir-fried beef with wide rice noodles, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 8 oz rice noodles
• ▢ 1 lb flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
• ▢ 2 tbsp soy sauce
• ▢ 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• ▢ 3 cloves garlic minced
• ▢ 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• ▢ 1 cup bean sprouts
• ▢ 2 stalks green onions sliced
• ▢ 0.5 tsp white pepper optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Soak rice noodles in warm water for 30 minutes until softened, then drain and set aside.
• Marinate the thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tbsp soy sauce and white pepper for 10 minutes.
• Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat, stir-fry garlic until fragrant.
• Add marinated beef and cook until just browned, about 2-3 minutes.
• Add drained rice noodles, remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, and continue to stir-fry for another 3 minutes.
• Toss in bean sprouts and green onions, stir-fry until combined and heated through.
• Serve hot and enjoy your Beef Chow Fun.

Notes

For best results, use fresh wide rice noodles and serve immediately.