Thai · Dinner · Easy
Lemongrass Beef Stew with Noodles
- Total
- 2 hr 30 min
- Prep
- 20 min
- Serves
- 2
- Calories
- 590
Beef slowly softens in a ginger-lemongrass broth with warm five-spice. Rice noodles carry the rich juices, with lime and chili to finish.
Finely chopped aromatics melt into Lemongrass Beef Stew with Noodles as the beef braises. The broth stays light enough to soak into noodles while carrying the deep flavor of a long-cooked stew.
Strip away the tough outer lemongrass leaves and use only the tender inner bases. Cook the noodles separately so they retain their spring and do not cloud the simmering broth.
Method
Pulse ginger, garlic, lemongrass stalks, cilantro stems and one red chili in a small food processor until finely chopped. Heat vegetable oil in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat and cook the mixture for until fragrant.
Add beef chuck, soy sauce, five-spice powder, brown sugar and beef stock. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook over low heat for until fork-tender and above 145°F.
Cook rice noodles in boiling water for , or the package time, until tender. Drain and divide between two bowls.
Rest the stew off the heat for , then spoon over the noodles. Finish with cilantro leaves, remaining red chili and lime wedges.
Forkue tips
- If your lemongrass remains fibrous, bruise the stalk bases and simmer them whole, then remove before serving.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate stew for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of water and cook fresh noodles for serving.
Kitchen gear
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Lemongrass Beef Stew with Noodles: FAQ
Can I use a quicker-cooking beef cut?
The long simmer is designed for chuck. Thin steak strips need a different method and would dry out if cooked for the full time.
Can I prepare it without a food processor?
Yes, mince the aromatics as finely as possible with a sharp knife. Slice the lemongrass thinly across the fibers first.
How do I store and reheat Lemongrass Beef Stew with Noodles?
Refrigerate stew for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of water and cook fresh noodles for serving.
How long does Lemongrass Beef Stew with Noodles take?
About 2 hr 30 min in total: 20 min prep and 2 hr 10 min cooking.
What do I need to make Lemongrass Beef Stew with Noodles?
The key ingredients are beef chuck, ginger, garlic, lemongrass stalks, cilantro and red chilies, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Lemongrass Beef Stew with Noodles?
If your lemongrass remains fibrous, bruise the stalk bases and simmer them whole, then remove before serving.
