Steak & Rice Noodle Bowls

Ingredients

  • 6 1/2 ounces rice noodles
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (3 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
  • 1 Fresno chile, thinly sliced
  • 12 ounces skirt steak, cut crosswise into 5-inch pieces
  • 1 large carrot (about 5 ounces)
  • 1/2 seedless cucumber (about 6 ounces)
  • 1 watermelon radish (about 7 ounces)
  • 1 cup mint leaves
  • 1 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup roasted and salted peanuts, chopped (optional)

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Heat grill on medium-high.  Cook noodles per package directions and drain.

Step 2: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, fish sauce, brown sugar, and chile.

Step 3: Rub skirt steak with remaining 1 teaspoon oil and grill to desired doneness, 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare, basting with 1 tablespoon dressing during last 2 minutes of cooking.  Transfer to cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 4: Divide noodles among bowls.  Using julienne peeler, julienne carrot, cucumber, and radish.  Top noodles with vegetables, sliced steak, and herbs.  Serve with remaining dressing and crushed peanuts if desired.

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