Beef and Asparagus Noodles

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These Asian-inspired beef and asparagus noodles are fresh, healthy, and delicious!

By peloquinswife
Updated on December 11, 2023
ground beef and asparagus bowl
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
6 mins
Stand Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
31 mins
Servings:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings servings

  • 14 ounces rice noodles

  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

  • 1 lime, zested and juiced

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

  • 1 pound ground beef

  • 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • 1/4 cup unsalted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Directions

  1. Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Set aside until noodles are softened, about 15 minutes. 

  2. Meanwhile mix vinegar, zest and juice of lime, brown sugar, and chili powder in a small bowl for the sauce; set aside.

  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, five-spice powder, and salt. Cook and stir until browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes.

  4. Add asparagus, garlic, and ginger into the skillet; cook and stir until asparagus is bright green, 1 to 2 minutes.

  5. Drain noodles; combine noodles, beef mixture, and sauce, and toss to coat. Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

278 Calories
14g Fat
21g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 278
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 17%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 50mg 17%
Sodium 208mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 47mg 4%
Iron 2mg 14%
Potassium 417mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.