Filipino-style Beef Noodle Salad

Ingredients

In this Filipino adaptation, the traditional Vietnamese Phở trộn is given a Filipino twist by incorporating local flavors and ingredients. The dressing is made with calamansi juice, a citrus fruit commonly used in Filipino cuisine, instead of lime juice. The marinade for the beef includes soy sauce, which adds a savory element. Additionally, the use of calamansi juice in the dressing gives the salad a unique tangy taste that is characteristic of Filipino dishes. We alse have the original recipe for Phở trộn, so you can check it out.

• 250g (8.8 oz) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 250g (8.8 oz) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 200g (7 oz) rice noodles 200g (7 oz) rice noodles
• 1 cup lettuce, shredded 1 cup lettuce, shredded
• 1 cucumber, julienned 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons calamansi juice 2 tablespoons calamansi juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 red chili, finely chopped 1 red chili, finely chopped

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 280 kcal / 1172 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 38g, 4g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, calamansi juice, and minced garlic. Add the sliced beef and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. 2.
   Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. 3.
   In a small bowl, mix together the fish sauce, calamansi juice, sugar, and chopped chili to make the dressing.
4. 4.
   Heat a pan over medium-high heat and cook the marinated beef until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
5. 5.
   In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice noodles, shredded lettuce, julienned cucumber, and carrot.
6. 6.
   Add the cooked beef to the bowl and pour the dressing over the ingredients. Toss well to combine.
7. 7.
   Serve the Filipino-style Beef Noodle Salad chilled or at room temperature.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef — For a more tender result, slice the beef against the grain.
• Rice noodles — Make sure to follow the package instructions for cooking the rice noodles to achieve the desired texture.
• Calamansi juice — If calamansi juice is not available, you can substitute it with a combination of lime and orange juice.

Tips & Tricks

• To add more heat to the salad, increase the amount of chili or add some sliced jalapeños.
• Customize the salad by adding other vegetables such as bell peppers or bean sprouts.
• For a heartier meal, you can add grilled shrimp or chicken to the salad.
• Make sure to toss the salad just before serving to ensure that all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Just give it a good toss before serving again.

Serving advice

Serve the Filipino-style Beef Noodle Salad as a main dish for a light lunch or dinner. It can also be served as a refreshing appetizer or a side dish for grilled meats or seafood.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish the salad with some fresh herbs such as cilantro or Thai basil. Serve it in a large bowl or on individual plates, allowing the vibrant colors of the ingredients to shine through.