Ginger-Sesame Beef Noodle Stir-Fry with Edamame

Name: Ginger-Sesame Beef Noodle Stir-Fry with Edamame
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 8 ounce ramen noodles (uncooked); 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 pound ground beef (lean); 0.5 cup soy sauce (low sodium); 2 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon brown sugar (packed); 2 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated); 4 clove garlic (minced); 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced); 2 cup fresh spinach; 1 cup shelled edamame (frozen, shelled)

Quick and flavorful ground beef stir-fried with tender noodles and crisp vegetables, all coated in a savory ginger-sesame sauce. Served with a side of steamed edamame.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Japanese
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $4.04/serving

Dietary

High-Protein
Nut-Free
Dairy-Free

Ingredients

8 ounce ramen noodles (uncooked)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 pound ground beef (lean)
0.5 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
2 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar (packed)
2 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
4 clove garlic (minced)
0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
2 cup fresh spinach
1 cup shelled edamame (frozen, shelled)

Instructions

Cook ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
While noodles cook, prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Add thinly sliced red bell pepper to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the cooked ramen noodles, cooked ground beef, and the ginger-sesame sauce to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Steam frozen shelled edamame: Place in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water, cover, and microwave for 2-3 minutes, or steam on the stovetop.
Serve the ginger-sesame beef noodle stir-fry immediately, with steamed edamame on the side.

Notes

For quicker prep, use pre-cut bell peppers. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for extra flavor and visual appeal.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 661
Protein: 31.7 g
Carbohydrates: 51.3 g
Fat: 36.6 g
Fiber: 3.9 g
Sodium: 2456 mg
Saturated Fat: 13.7 g
Sugar: 8 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg