If you’ve got a packet of mince in the fridge and a couple of two-minute noodles in the pantry, congratulations — dinner is sorted.
This mince and noodle stir fry is my go-to “it’s 4:45pm and I forgot to plan anything” meal. It’s cheap, filling, endlessly adaptable, and somehow even the fussy kid eats it without complaints (well… fewer complaints).
We make this at least once a fortnight — especially at the end of the pay cycle when takeaway is absolutely not happening.
Mince and Noodle Stir Fry
4
servings15
minutes15
minutes400
kcal30
minutesQuick, tasty, and budget-friendly, this mince and noodle stir fry is perfect for weeknight dinners. Packed with flavour and ready in minutes, it’s a fuss-free dish that keeps the family full and satisfied.
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Ingredients
500 gram Beef mince
1 Brown onion, diced finely
2 packets Instant Noodles
1.5 tsp Olive oil
3 tsp Crushed garlic
1/2 cups Soy sauce
1/2 cups Barbecue sauce
1/2 Red capsicum, diced
2 Spring onions (to serve)
Directions
- Boil your kettle and place the two packets of instant noodles into a bowl (discard the flavouring sachets). Pour over the boiling water.
- Allow the noodles to stand for five minutes, then drain and set aside.
- In a large frypan, heat the olive oil, then fry off the onion, crushed garlic and capsicum until cooked and fragrant.
- Add the mince and brown well.
- Reduce the heat and add the soy sauce and barbecue sauce.
- Allow to cook for five to ten minutes.
- Stir through the noodles and top with the spring onions to serve.
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