SCALE
For the Ground Beef:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (use low-sodium if preferred)
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 2 teaspoons sugar (optional, adjust based on preference)
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup carrot, julienned
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (color of choice)
- 8 ounces chow mein noodles or spaghetti, cooked according to package instructions
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
- Brown the Ground Beef:
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the onion, garlic, and ginger. Season with salt and pepper. Once the beef is cooked and the onions are soft, drain any excess fat and transfer the mixture to your slow cooker.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, beef broth, and sugar until well combined. Pour this mixture over the beef in the slow cooker, ensuring the beef is well coated.
- Slow Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours to let the flavors meld. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the cabbage, carrot, and bell pepper to the slow cooker, stirring well to combine with the beef and sauce.
- Prepare the Noodles:
- While the beef mixture is finishing up in the slow cooker, cook the chow mein noodles or spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Combine and Serve:
- Once the vegetables are tender but still crisp, gently stir in the cooked noodles, mixing until everything is evenly coated with the sauce. If the mixture seems too dry, you can add a little more beef broth or water to adjust the consistency.
- Cover and let sit for about 5 minutes to allow the noodles to absorb the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving