Heart-Healthy Lanzhou Beef Noodle Soup

Experience the comforting warmth of Heart-Healthy Lanzhou Beef Noodle Soup, a wholesome twist on a beloved Chinese classic. Crafted with lean beef shank and infused with aromatic spices like star anise, cinnamon, and ginger, this flavorful soup features low-sodium beef broth for a guilt-free indulgence. Whole wheat noodles and vibrant vegetables, including bok choy and julienned carrots, boost its nutritional punch, while a hint of optional chili oil adds customizable heat. Perfectly balanced for flavor and wellness, this recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a nourishing, heart-healthy meal. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, for a healthy and satisfying bowl of comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lean beef shank
• 6 cups Low-sodium beef broth
• 4 cups Water
• 1 Medium onion, sliced
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 inches Ginger, sliced
• 2 Star anise
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 300 grams Whole wheat noodles
• 2 Bok choy, halved
• 1 Carrot, julienned
• 2 teaspoons Chili oil (optional)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 Green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lean beef shank under cold water and pat dry. Trim off any visible fat and slice it into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Place the beef in a large pot or Dutch oven and add the low-sodium beef broth and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

As the liquid begins to boil, skim off any foam that surfaces, ensuring a clear broth.

Step 4

Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, ginger slices, star anise, and cinnamon stick to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2.5 hours until the beef is tender.

Step 5

Remove the beef pieces from the pot with a slotted spoon and set aside. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into another pot to remove the solids, then return the broth to the heat.

Step 6

Stir in the salt and low-sodium soy sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste, considering additional soy sauce if needed for flavor.

Step 7

Cook the whole wheat noodles according to package instructions, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 8

Bring a separate pot of water to a boil, add the bok choy and blanch for 2 minutes. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to retain the color, then drain.

Step 9

To serve, divide the noodles into bowls, ladle the hot broth over, and top with the tender beef slices, blanched bok choy, and julienned carrot.

Step 10

Drizzle a small amount of chili oil over each bowl for added heat, if desired.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions. Enjoy your heart-healthy Lanzhou Beef Noodle Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3757.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1703.2

Total Fat 57.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 375mg	0%
Sodium 4789.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 181.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 582.3mg	0%
Iron 26.6mg	0%
Potassium 4065.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.2%

Protein: 41.2%

Carbs: 29.6%