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A steaming bowl of yakamein with noodles, beef slices, and a boiled egg.

New Orleans Yakamein Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
This New Orleans Yakamein Recipe is a savory beef noodle soup combining Creole and Chinese-American flavors. Made with tender chuck roast, spaghetti, and a rich, seasoned broth, it is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
4 Servings

Ingredients

For the Beef and Broth:

  • 1 lb beef chuck roast boneless
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for searing the beef
  • 8 cups water adjust as needed
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp Creole seasoning
  • 2 tbsp beef bouillon granules

For the Noodles and Garnish:

  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs halved, one per serving
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced, for garnish
  • Hot sauce such as Tabasco, optional for serving

Instructions
 

Sear the Beef

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, place the beef chuck roast in the pan and sear it on all sides. Allow each side to develop a deep brown crust before turning, which should take approximately 2 minutes per side. This step enhances the depth of flavor in the broth.

Prepare the Broth

  1. Transfer the seared beef chuck roast to a large stockpot and add 8 cups of water, ensuring the beef is fully submerged. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
  2. Using a fine mesh strainer or spoon, remove any foam or impurities that rise to the surface to achieve a clearer broth. Allow the beef to simmer for approximately 3 hours, or until it becomes tender and easily pulls apart. Add additional water during cooking if necessary to maintain the broth level.
  3. Once the beef is tender, remove it from the broth and let it rest on a cutting board before slicing it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

Prepare the Hard-Boiled Eggs

  1. While the beef is simmering, prepare the hard-boiled eggs. Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil, then immediately remove the saucepan from heat and cover it with a lid. Let the eggs sit in the hot water for 15 minutes before transferring them to an ice bath. Once cooled, peel the eggs and slice them in half. Set aside.

Cook the Spaghetti

  1. Once the beef is fully cooked and removed from the pot, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside until ready to assemble the dish.

Season the Broth

  1. Measure out 8 cups of the beef broth, ensuring enough remains for all servings. If necessary, add additional water to reach this amount.
  2. To the broth, add:
    1 tablespoon soy sauce
    1.5 tablespoons Creole seasoning
    2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
  3. Stir well and allow the broth to simmer for 3 additional minutes to incorporate the flavors fully. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  4. Return the sliced beef to the broth and let it warm through.

Assemble the Yakamein

  1. For each serving, divide the cooked spaghetti among four bowls. Ladle 2 cups of the seasoned broth into each bowl, ensuring an even distribution of liquid and beef.
  2. Top each bowl with:
    One halved hard-boiled egg
    A sprinkle of sliced green onions
    A few dashes of hot sauce (optional, to taste)
  3. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

To make this New Orleans Yakamein Recipe gluten-free, substitute the spaghetti with gluten-free rice noodles or a similar gluten-free pasta alternative. Additionally, replace the soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos, and ensure the beef bouillon granules and Creole seasoning do not contain gluten.
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