Beef hor fun

1. 1

   To make the beef, place the meat in the freezer for 1½ hours, or until it is about 70% frozen.

2. 2

   Using a sharp knife or mandoline, cut the partially frozen beef into 1mm/1/16in slices.

3. 3

   To make the marinade, mix all of the ingredients and 50ml/2fl oz water together in a large bowl.

4. 4

   Add the beef to the marinade, cover and marinate in the fridge for 2 hours.

5. 5

   Heat the oil for deep-frying in a deep fat fryer to 180C. (CAUTION: hot oil can be dangerous. Do not leave unattended.)

6. 6

   Remove the beef from the marinade and deep-fry it in two batches. The beef will change colour almost instantly so remove it from the oil at that point and carefully transfer to drain on kitchen paper.

7. 7

   Add the noodles to a microwave-safe bowl of water, and cook in the microwave for 60 seconds on high.

8. 8

   Heat the 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok on a high heat until the pan begins to smoke slightly.

9. 9

   Add the onion, spring onion, beansprouts and beef to the pan and fry until the onion is slightly soft.

10. 10

    Add the rice wine and noodles to the wok and mix the ingredients well. Add the oyster sauce and dark soy sauce.

11. 11

    Finish by adding the sesame oil and pepper.

12. 12

    Garnish with the lemon rind, if using, and serve immediately.

1 serving ≈ 263 g

Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.