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25-Min Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup

Rich, fragrant broth spiked with star anise and Sichuan peppercorn, simmered with ground beef and tender noodles. A weeknight take on the classic bowl—aromatic, deeply savory, ready in under 30 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
28g
25-Min Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup
comfortheartytaiwanesebeeftendersilkySoupweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat a large pot over medium-high. Add ground beef and cook, breaking apart with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Pour in beef broth, soy sauce, and dark soy sauce. Add star anise, Sichuan peppercorns, and chilies. Bring to a simmer.

  3. Step 3

    Simmer uncovered for 8 minutes to infuse the spices. Taste and adjust salt or soy sauce as needed.

  4. Step 4

    Add noodles and cook until tender, about 4 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

  5. Step 5

    Ladle soup into bowls. Discard whole spices if desired. Top with scallions and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (6-quart or bigger)
  • wooden spoon or slotted spoon
  • ladle

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