Beef Noodle Soup Recipe
A delicious beef noodle soup made from a rich broth.
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Ingredients
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Broth
Noodles and Toppings
Method
Preparing the Broth
- 1
Roasting the Bones
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the beef bones on a baking sheet and roast them for 30-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are browned.
- 2
Simmering the Broth
In a large pot, add the roasted beef bones, water, whole onion (peeled and halved), ginger (sliced), garlic cloves (smashed), star anise, soy sauce, salt, and black peppercorns. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for at least 2 hours, skimming any foam that rises to the surface.
- 3
Straining the Broth
After simmering, carefully strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve into another pot. Discard the solids and return the broth to the pot, keeping it warm on low heat.
Preparing the Soup
- 4
Cooking the Rice Noodles
In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add the rice noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually about 4-6 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 5
Preparing the Beef
While the noodles are cooking, thinly slice the beef sirloin against the grain. You can also lightly sear the beef slices in a pan for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavor.
- 6
Assembling the Soup
In serving bowls, place a portion of the cooked rice noodles. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles, then top with sliced beef, green onions (sliced), cilantro (roughly chopped), and bean sprouts. Serve with lime wedges on the side.