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Bowl of Asian noodles topped with ground meat, carrots, and green onions for a flavorful dish.

Ground Beef Vermicelli Bowl

When you're in the mood for a fast, flavorful, and satisfying meal, this Ground Beef Vermicelli Bowl is just what you need. Perfect for those busy weeknights, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes and offers a delightful balance of savory, spicy, and fresh flavors. Whether you choose ground beef, turkey, or pork, the combination of aromatic garlic and ginger with a richly seasoned sauce makes this stir-fry an instant favorite.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: beef, ground beef, vermicelli
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 418kcal
Author: Lola Jay

Ingredients

Stir-Fry

  • 1 lb ground beef turkey, or pork
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 9 oz Rice Vermicelli Noodles
  • 2 stalks scallions sliced white and green parts separated

Sauce

  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce
  • ½ tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha

Toppings

  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • A handful of basil and cilantro chopped
  • Green parts for garnish
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Instructions

Prepare the Rice Vermicelli Noodles

  • Soak the rice vermicelli noodles in hot water according to the package instructions, usually for 6-8 minutes.
    Pouring boiling water over rice noodles in a metal bowl for cooking preparation on a wooden kitchen counter.
  • Once softened, drain the noodles, rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, and set them aside in a large bowl.
    Tongs lifting cooked rice noodles from a steaming metal bowl on a wooden countertop.

Cook the Meat

  • Start by heating a large pan over medium-high heat. Add in the sesame oil and ground meat and move to the side. Stir in the white parts of the scallions and sauté for 2 minutes.
    Cooking ground beef and fresh green onions in a skillet with a wooden spatula.

Add Aromatics

  • Incorporate the scallions with the meat and cook until mostly browned. Add in the garlic, ginger, onion, and garlic powder. Sauté until the garlic is fragrant and the scallions are softened.
    Cooking ground beef with scallions and spices in a skillet. Hands adding seasoning for a flavorful dish.

Prepare the Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, water, cornstarch, sesame oil, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and sriracha until well combined.
    Person mixing ingredients in a Pyrex measuring cup on a wooden countertop.

Combine and Cook

  • Turn the heat to medium low. Pour the sauce over the meat and cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the meat evenly. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
    Ground beef and green onions sizzle in a pan as dark sauce is poured in, creating a flavorful meal.

Incorporate Veggies and Herbs

  • Toss in the shredded carrots and cook for an additional minute. If too much of the sauce evaporated, you can add more water a few tbsps at a time. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped basil, cilantro, and the green parts of the scallions.
    Ground beef with carrots and fresh herbs in a pan, perfect for tasty homemade tacos or a flavorful dinner base.

Serve the Stir-Fry

  • Place a serving of rice vermicelli noodles into shallow bowls or on plate and top with meat, green scallions, chili garlic oil (optional) and even a little hoisin sauce (optional)
    Bowl of Asian-style noodles topped with savory minced meat and julienned carrots, being served with a spoon.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 784mg | Potassium: 317mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1475IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 2mg