Chinese Braised Beef and Noodles

• egg noodles↗1⁄2 lb
• lean beef↗1 lb
• garlic, crushed↗1 clove
• salt↗1 teaspoon
• ginger, grated↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• five-spice powder1⁄4 teaspoon
• oil2 1⁄2 tablespoons
• soy sauce↗1⁄2 cup
• duck broth or 1/2 cup chicken broth1⁄2 cup
• cornstarch↗2 teaspoons
• water↗4 teaspoons
• green onions, sliced↗6

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook the noodles in salted boiling water just until tender; drain, and rinse under cold water.

2. 2

   Cut the beef into very thin slices.

3. 3

   Mix together the garlic, salt, ginger, and five-spice powder, and add the mixture to the beef; mix.

4. 4

   Heat the oil and saute the beef over high heat for 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Mix together the soy sauce and broth, and add it to the beef; bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Mix the cornstarch with the remaining 4 tsp water, stir into the beef and cook until smooth and thick.

7. 7

   Add noodles, mix well and heat thoroughly.

8. 8

   Add the green onions, and stir for another minute.

9. 9

   Serve immediately.