Cinnamon Beef Noodles
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these mouthwatering Cinnamon Beef Noodles—a flavorful fusion of tender, soy-glazed beef, earthy spices, and hearty noodles. Infused with the warm, aromatic notes of cinnamon stick and star anise, this dish offers a bold twist on traditional Asian-inspired noodle recipes. Juicy slices of stir-fried beef are simmered in a rich sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin, and a touch of brown sugar, while bok choy adds vibrant green freshness. Serve this savory-sweet masterpiece over a bed of perfectly cooked Chinese wheat noodles and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds for a visually striking and satisfying meal. Ready in just under an hour, this recipe is perfect for foodies seeking bold, spice-forward flavors in a comforting, wholesome dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams beef (chuck or flank steak, thinly sliced)
- 400 grams dried Chinese wheat noodles (or your preference)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 star anise
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 thumb-sized piece ginger (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 500 milliliters beef broth or water
- 2 heads bok choy (halved lengthwise or roughly chopped)
- 3 scallions (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the sliced ginger and garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cinnamon stick and star anise to the pan and toast for 1 minute to release their aroma.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the sliced beef to the pan. Stir-fry the beef until it starts to brown, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well to coat the beef in the sauce evenly.
Pour in the beef broth (or water) and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 20 minutes until the beef is tender.
Add the bok choy to the pan during the last 5 minutes of cooking, allowing it to wilt and soften in the sauce.
To serve, divide the cooked noodles among serving bowls and spoon the cinnamon beef mixture over the noodles.
Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.7 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.2 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 351 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 6410 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 341.2 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 167.4 g | 335% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 841 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 30.8 mg | 171% | |
| Potassium | 3819 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
