Noodles with Ground Meat and Green Beans Recipe

Yields: 4 servings
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 8 oz wide noodles (such as udon or fettuccine)
• 1 lb ground pork (or beef)
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing rice wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, minced
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
• Vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Cook the noodles: Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Stir-fry the meat: Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat and stir-fry until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
3. Add aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger and stir-fry for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add green beans: Add the green beans and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender-crisp.
5. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine, sugar, and cornstarch.
6. Combine: Pour the sauce over the meat and green beans. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
7. Add noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the wok and toss gently to combine with the sauce and meat.
8. Garnish and serve: Stir in the sesame oil and the white parts of the scallions. Garnish with the green parts of the scallions before serving.

Notes:

• You can adjust the amount of soy sauce and oyster sauce to your liking.
• Other vegetables, such as mushrooms or carrots, can be added.
• For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or chili garlic sauce.