Authentic Beef Chow Fun Recipe – Restaurant-Quality at Home
Beef Chow Fun is a classic Cantonese dish featuring tender beef, chewy flat rice noodles, and crisp vegetables, all stir-fried to perfection. This dish is a staple in Chinese restaurants, but with the right technique, you can recreate it at home with ease. Follow this fail-proof method to achieve that authentic restaurant-quality flavor.
Ingredients
For the Beef:
200g beef (flank steak or sirloin)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp dark soy sauce
1 tsp oyster sauce
½ tsp baking soda (to tenderize)
1 tsp cornstarch
½ tsp sugar
1 tbsp oil
For the Sauce:
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tsp sugar
Other Ingredients:
200g fresh flat rice noodles (hor fun)
½ onion, sliced
2 green onions, chopped
1 cup fresh mung bean sprouts
2 tbsp oil
½ tsp black pepper
Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
1. Prepare the Beef
Slice the beef against the grain to ensure tenderness.
Mix with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, baking soda, cornstarch, sugar, and oil. Let it marinate for 20 minutes.
2. Make the Sauce
Combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar. Mix well and set aside.
3. Prep the Vegetables & Noodles
Use fresh mung bean sprouts—avoid yellow or soggy ones.
Slice half an onion and chop green onions.
If using store-bought flat rice noodles, separate them gently before cooking.
4. Stir-Fry the Beef
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan over high heat.
Add the marinated beef and sear until browned. Remove and set aside.
5. Stir-Fry the Noodles & Vegetables
Add another tbsp of oil to the pan.
Sauté onions and green onions until fragrant.
Add the rice noodles and let them pan-fry for a few seconds to develop aroma.
Pour in the prepared sauce and toss everything well.
6. Combine & Finish
Return the beef to the pan and mix well.
Add fresh mung bean sprouts and black pepper. Stir quickly to preserve crispness.
Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Pro Tips for the Best Beef Chow Fun
✔️ Use fresh rice noodles – They provide the best texture. If unavailable, soak dried rice noodles in warm water until soft.
✔️ Cook over high heat – This prevents noodles from becoming mushy and helps achieve wok hei (that smoky stir-fry aroma).
✔️ Prepare everything beforehand – Stir-frying is fast-paced, so have all ingredients ready before starting.
✔️ Cook in small batches – Overcrowding the pan results in soggy noodles.
Final Thoughts
Beef Chow Fun is a flavorful and satisfying dish that's easy to master at home. With this step-by-step guide, you can achieve restaurant-style results every time. Give it a try and enjoy the bold flavors of this Cantonese favorite!
Let us know in the comments how your Beef Chow Fun turned out!
