One-Pot Thai Basil Beef with Rice Noodles

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Savory beef and vegetables simmered in a fragrant Thai-inspired sauce, served over quick-cooking rice noodles. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs thinly sliced beef sirloin, vegetable oil, thinly sliced red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz thinly sliced beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned; remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to skillet, then add 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 cup broccoli florets, and 1 cup sliced mushrooms. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger. Simmer for 1 minute, then add 8 oz cooked rice noodles and 12 oz cooked beef; toss to coat evenly.
  4. Step 4: Cook for 2 more minutes until heated through, then stir in 1/4 cup fresh Thai basil and top with 1/4 cup chopped peanuts.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Thai Basil Beef with Rice Noodles take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pot Thai Basil Beef with Rice Noodles?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep thinly sliced beef sirloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Thai Basil Beef with Rice Noodles?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pot Thai Basil Beef with Rice Noodles for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pot Thai Basil Beef with Rice Noodles?

Asian one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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