Chinese-style mince with noodles

Photographer: Mark O'Meara

This lovely Chinese-style mince with noodles dish is ready in 20 minutes, ideal for those busy mealtimes. It is high in fibre, iron and protein, making it a great choice for your family.

Serves: 4

Time to make: 20 mins

Ingredients

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2 teaspoons sesame oil
500g lean beef mince
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice
1 tablespoon reduced-salt soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
¼ cup Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
600g frozen stir-fry vegetables, partially thawed
4 spring onions, thinly sliced
200g dried thin egg noodles
1 teaspoon cornflourcornstarchX
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, to garnish

Instructions

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In a pan, heat sesame oil over medium-high. Add mince, garlic, ginger and Chinese five-spice. Cook, stirring to break up mince, for 2 minutes, or until browned through. Add soy and oyster sauces and Chinese rice wine and simmer for 1 minute. Add stir-fry vegetables and half the spring onions to pan, and toss to heat through.
Meanwhile, cook egg noodles according to packet instructions, or until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon of cooking water.
In a small bowl, combine cornflour with the reserved cooking water to make a paste. Add to beef and vegetable mixture, stirring, until sauce has thickened slightly.
Divide noodles among 4 serving bowls and top with beef and veges. Garnish with sesame seeds and remaining spring onions.

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NOTE: If you have a nut allergy and are using packaged goods in recipes, please check the allergen warning on the packet regarding nuts.

Nutrition Info (per serve)

Calories 470 cal

Kilojoules 1970 kJ

Protein 39 g

Total fat 10 g

Saturated fat 3 g

Carbohydrates 50 g

Sugar 14 g

Dietary fibre 9 g

Sodium 800 mg

Calcium 90 mg

Iron 4.5 mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.