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Grilled Beef Noodle Bowl Recipe

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This Grilled Beef Noodle Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful Vietnamese-inspired dish featuring tender marinated flank steak grilled to perfection, served over delicate rice vermicelli noodles and topped with fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy Vietnamese salad dressing. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal full of contrasting textures and bold Southeast Asian flavors.

Ingredients

Noodles

  • ½ package thin rice vermicelli noodles

Beef Marinade

  • ½ tsp freshly chopped garlic
  • ½ tsp fish sauce
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp chili garlic sauce
  • ¼ tsp granulated garlic
  • 2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 pound flank steak

Garnish and Vegetables

  • Chopped green onions (to taste)
  • Cilantro (to taste)
  • Bean sprouts (to taste)
  • Basil (to taste)
  • Shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg, to taste)
  • Pickled daikon radish & carrots (to taste)
  • Vietnamese salad dressing or nước chấm (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Noodles: Soak or boil the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions until tender, then drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine freshly chopped garlic, fish sauce, sugar, soy sauce, pepper, chili garlic sauce, granulated garlic, and vegetable oil. Mix well to create a balanced, flavorful beef marinade.
  3. Marinate the Beef: Place the flank steak in a shallow dish or ziplock bag and pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate.
  4. Grill the Beef: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Once cooked, let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  5. Assemble the Bowl: Divide the cooked noodles into serving bowls. Top with sliced grilled beef, then garnish generously with chopped green onions, cilantro, bean sprouts, basil, shredded lettuce, and pickled daikon radish and carrots.
  6. Add Dressing: Drizzle Vietnamese salad dressing or nước chấm over the assembled bowls to infuse fresh, tangy flavor, then toss lightly or serve as is.

Notes

  • For best results, marinate the steak for at least an hour, but not more than 4 hours to avoid overpowering the beef texture.
  • If you don’t have a grill, a grill pan or skillet on the stovetop works well to achieve a nice sear.
  • Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce according to your heat preference.
  • Rice vermicelli noodles cook quickly; watch carefully to avoid mushy noodles.
  • The Vietnamese salad dressing (nước chấm) often includes fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, garlic, and chili for authentic flavors.

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