Brazilian recipe
Easy and Delicious Yakisoba (Brazilian-style stir-fried noodles)
A flavourful stir-fry with Japanese broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots, blending oriental inspiration with a practical Brazilian twist.
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Ingredients
1 packet of spaghetti noodles (No. 8)
500g beef strips (your preference)
Salt to taste
1 bunch of Japanese broccoli
1 carrot, medium-sliced
1 bell pepper, medium-sliced
1 onion, medium-sliced
1 vegetable stock cube
125ml water (for steaming vegetables)
Vegetable oil (optional, for searing meat)
500ml prepared yakisoba sauce
5 tablespoons soy sauce (or Worcestershire sauce)
500ml water (for the sauce)
1 tablespoon sunflower oil (for the sauce)
2 tablespoons cornflour
1 beef stock cube
Sliced mushrooms to taste (optional)
500g beef strips (your preference)
Salt to taste
1 bunch of Japanese broccoli
1 carrot, medium-sliced
1 bell pepper, medium-sliced
1 onion, medium-sliced
1 vegetable stock cube
125ml water (for steaming vegetables)
Vegetable oil (optional, for searing meat)
500ml prepared yakisoba sauce
5 tablespoons soy sauce (or Worcestershire sauce)
500ml water (for the sauce)
1 tablespoon sunflower oil (for the sauce)
2 tablespoons cornflour
1 beef stock cube
Sliced mushrooms to taste (optional)
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh vegetables, beef, and noodles at local markets like Wuse or Daleko markets; stock cubes, soy sauce, and cornflour are available in all major supermarkets across Nigeria.
Preparation method
- Boil the spaghetti noodles in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Steam the carrots, bell peppers, onions, and Japanese broccoli in a pot with 125ml of water and the dissolved vegetable stock cube until tender-crisp.
- Season the beef strips with salt.
- Heat a splash of oil in a large pan or wok and sear the beef strips until browned.
- Add the browned beef to the pot with the steamed vegetables.
- For the sauce, combine the prepared yakisoba sauce, soy sauce, sunflower oil, and 500ml of water in a separate saucepan.
- Dissolve the cornflour in a little cold water and stir it into the sauce mixture along with the beef stock cube.
- Place the sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens.
- Pour the thickened sauce over the beef and vegetables, mixing well and allowing it to simmer for a few minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Add the sliced mushrooms if using.
- Serve the meat and vegetable mixture over the cooked spaghetti.
Observations
The Brazilian-style Yakissoba is a popular adaptation of the classic Asian stir-fry, beloved for its convenience and rich flavour. Perfect for a quick, hearty meal, it combines a savoury sauce with crisp vegetables and your choice of protein served over a bed of noodles. This recipe features Japanese broccoli and garden-fresh vegetables, creating a nutritious and comforting dish for the whole family. Prepare for a vibrant meal; the combination of al dente vegetables, succulent meat, and a deep, umami-rich sauce makes it an incredible everyday staple.
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