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Medium 40 min~510 kcal 8/10
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Ants Climbing a Tree
A Sichuan glass noodle stir-fry where tiny bits of seasoned minced meat cling to the noodles in a spicy sauce.
Medium⏱️ 35 min📖 1 min readServes 4~420 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 20 min cook
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Timeline
Total 35 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 220 g Glass noodles
- 300 g Ground beef
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 1.5 tbsp(~23 ml) Spicy bean paste
- 3 clove Garlic
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Fresh ginger
- 4 sprig Scallions
- 1.3 cup(~260 ml) Chicken stock
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Rice vinegar
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Sesame oil
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
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Instructions
- 1
Soften the glass noodles in hot water for 8 minutes, drain, and cut them in half with scissors.
8 min08:00 - 2
Mix the ground beef with 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce and rest for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 3
Turn the garlic, ginger, and white parts of the scallions in vegetable oil for 1 minute.
1 min01:00 - 4
Add the ground beef and saute for 5 minutes, until crumbly and browned.
5 min05:00 - 5
Add the spicy bean paste, chicken stock, remaining soy sauce, and rice vinegar to the pan.
- 6
Add the glass noodles and cook for 6 minutes, stirring until they absorb the sauce.
6 min06:00 - 7
Add the sesame oil and green parts of the scallions, then serve hot.
💡 Tip: Do not overboil the glass noodles, only soften them in hot water; if they cannot absorb the sauce in the pan, the dish stays soupy.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the noodles in deep bowls with cucumber pickles or a plain green salad if desired for a spicy dinner.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~420
kcal calories
24
g protein
58
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 56%Fat 21%
0.3g
Sugar
0.2g
Fiber
883.7mg
Sodium
7.4g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Soy
- Sesame
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Ants Climbing a Tree make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Ants Climbing a Tree take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 20 minutes; 35 minutes in total.Is Ants Climbing a Tree difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Ants Climbing a Tree have?
Approximately 420 kcal per serving. Protein: 24g, carbs: 58g, fat: 10g.Which allergens does Ants Climbing a Tree contain?
This recipe contains Soy, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Ants Climbing a Tree belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.How many ingredients does Ants Climbing a Tree need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.Is Ants Climbing a Tree filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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