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Steak & Vietnamese Noodle Salad
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Steak & Vietnamese Noodle Salad

Steak & Vietnamese Noodle Salad is a classic Vietnamese dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Brown Rice Noodle, Rapeseed Oil, Fillet Of Steak, Carrots, Chinese Cabbage, Spring Onions, Coriander, Red Chilli, Lime, Brown Sugar, Rice Vinegar, Garlic Clove and Fish Sauce, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Vietnamese cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Beef Banh Mi Bowls With Sriracha Mayo, Carrot & Pickled Cucumber.

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Ingredients

  • Brown Rice Noodle85g
  • Rapeseed Oil1 tsp
  • Fillet Of Steak250g
  • Carrots2
  • Chinese Cabbage1/2
  • Spring Onions4 finely sliced
  • CorianderHandful
  • Red Chilli1 sliced
  • LimeJuice of 1
  • Brown Sugar2 tsp
  • Rice Vinegar1 tsp
  • Garlic Clove1 chopped
  • Fish Sauce1/2 tbs

Step-by-Step Instructions

7 steps

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Step 1🥄 Mix

Mix all the ingredients for the dressing together in a bowl with 1 tbsp water until the sugar has dissolved.

Step 2

Cook the noodles following pack instructions, then plunge into a bowl of cold water to cool completely.

Step 3

Drain the noodles, then add the carrot, cabbage, spring onion and dressing, and toss to combine.

Step 4

Heat the oil in a frying pan over a high heat.

Step 5⏱️ 2-3 mins

Season the steak, then cook to your liking; 2-3 mins on each side for medium rare.

Step 6🔪 Prep⏱️ 5 mins

Leave to rest for 5 mins, then slice.

Step 7✨ Serve

Divide the salad and steak slices between bowls and scatter over some coriander to serve.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Steak & Vietnamese Noodle Salad carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

To make this gluten-free, substitute with high-quality brown rice or corn-based pasta, reducing boiling time by 1–2 minutes as gluten-free pasta softens more quickly.

Chef Technique Tips

Always cook pasta until just shy of al dente in generously salted water, and reserve half a cup of the starchy cooking water before draining. Tossing the pasta with the sauce and a splash of this water creates a glossy, cohesive emulsion that clings to every bite.

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