Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir-Fry
Rice noodles are paired with seasoned ground beef and asparagus in a bright, tangy dressing made with cider vinegar, lime, brown sugar, garlic, chili powder, and ginger. Chinese five-spice adds warm depth, while cilantro and chopped peanuts bring fresh herbal flavor and crunch, making this a satisfying meal for a quick lunch or weeknight dinner.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook6 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir-Fry, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 43
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 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, lime zest and juice, 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 to 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.
- Calories 322.03 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 16.3 g Good Source 33%
- Carbohydrate 51.71 g 19%
- Total Fat 7.38 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 3.08 g Moderate 15%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 30.63 mg Moderate 10%
- Sodium 128.56 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 1.95 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 4.38 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 24.73 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 4.11 mg Good Source 23%
- Potassium 175.54 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 29.59 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 6.76 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Peanuts 🥜
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir Fry is a Chinese dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 16 mins, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Asparagus, Beef, and Brown Sugar. Each serving provides about 322.03 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir-Fry?
- It is a Chinese stir fry recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir-Fry made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Asparagus, Beef, Brown Sugar, Chili Powder. The full list of 17 is above.
- What goes well with Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir-Fry?
- Explore these Chinese side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir-Fry?
- About 16 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 6 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 322.03 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir-Fry easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir-Fry healthy?
- Asparagus and Beef Rice Noodle Stir-Fry has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 322.03 calories and 16.3 g of protein, or 33% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 128.56 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.08 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Peanuts and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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