Jul 14 2026
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Spicy Beef Noodle Soup (麻辣牛肉面) Recipe

Inspired by Serious Dumpling
Time2h 30m
Serves4

Make Spicy Beef Noodle Soup (麻辣牛肉面) Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Broth

Beef and Noodles

Method

Prepare the Broth

  1. 1

    Prepare Beef Bones

    In a large pot, add the beef bones and cover them with water. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes. This helps to remove impurities.

  2. 2

    Add Ingredients for Broth

    After boiling, drain and rinse the bones. Add them back to the pot with 2000 ml of fresh water, ginger, garlic, star anise, soy sauce, chili oil, and salt. Bring to a boil again and then reduce to a low simmer for 2 hours.

Cook the Beef and Noodles

  1. 3

    Prepare the Beef

    After the broth has simmered for 2 hours, remove the bones. Add the beef (flank or brisket) to the broth and simmer for an additional 30-40 minutes until tender.

  2. 4

    Cook the Noodles

    In another pot, bring water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Serve the Soup

  1. 5

    Assemble the Soup

    In serving bowls, add the cooked noodles. Ladle the hot beef broth with tender beef on top of the noodles.

  2. 6

    Garnish

    Top with chopped green onions, cilantro, and a sprinkle of chili flakes for extra spice.

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