Vietnamese Beef and Spinach Soup

Experience the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with this hearty Vietnamese Beef and Spinach Soup! Combining tender slices of beef sirloin, nutrient-packed baby spinach, and a savory beef broth infused with the aromatics of garlic, ginger, and onion, this soup is both comforting and invigorating. Seasoned with umami-rich fish sauce and soy sauce, it balances bold flavors with a light, satisfying finish. Fresh cilantro and scallions brighten the dish, while a squeeze of lime adds a refreshing citrus zing. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make soup is perfect for a quick, wholesome dinner that's steeped in authentic Vietnamese essence. It's a light yet filling meal that you'll want to savor spoonful by spoonful!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams beef sirloin
• 150 grams baby spinach
• 1 liter beef broth
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 stalks scallions (green onions)
• 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 whole lime

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the beef sirloin across the grain into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Mince the garlic and finely chop the ginger. Thinly slice the onion and scallions. Reserve the scallion greens for garnish.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, ginger, and sliced onion. Sauté until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the beef broth and bring it to a simmer over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Stir in the fish sauce, soy sauce, and ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed for a balanced salty-savory flavor.

Step 6

Add the beef slices to the simmering broth and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the beef is just tender and no longer pink.

Step 7

Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt into the soup, about 1 minute.

Step 8

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped scallions (reserving some greens for garnish) and chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the reserved scallion greens.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot with lime wedges on the side for a fresh burst of citrus.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1710.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	943.2

Total Fat 53.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g
Cholesterol 223.5mg	0%
Sodium 7155.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 7.8g
Protein 88.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 374.8mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 2126.8mg	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: 50.0%

Protein: 36.8%

Carbs: 13.1%