Vietnamese-Inspired Beef & Noodle Bowl

Step 1

Prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions.

Step 2

Wash & trim the cucumber. Slice the cucumber into half-moons. Add the cucumber to a small bowl.

Step 3

Peel & grate the carrot.

Step 4

Transfer the carrots to a small bowl. Add half of the sugar, vinegar & soy sauce to the carrots. Add a drizzle of oil & fish sauce (optional). Stir. Add the rest of the sugar & vinegar to the cucumber bowl. Season the cucumber with salt & pepper. Stir.

Step 5

Thinly slice the steak. Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the steak to the pan. Cook, stirring for 2 min.

Step 6

Add the remaining soy sauce to the pan. Add a splash of water. Cook, stirring until the steak is cooked to your liking. Then remove from heat.

Step 7

Arrange the drained noodles, carrots & cucumber in a serving bowl. Drizzle any remaining sauce from the small bowls over top.

Step 8

Add the beef & pan sauce to the bowl. Garnish with chopped peanuts & fresh cilantro (optional). Enjoy!