Singapore Noodles

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Bring water to boil in covered pot for noodles.

2. Step 2

   With food processor on, put ginger and garlic through feed tube to mince; remove and set aside.

3. Step 3

   Cut carrots in quarters. Trim green part from leeks. Wash white part of leeks, and put carrots and leeks in food processor. Chop finely by pulsing.

4. Step 4

   Cut beef against the grain into thin slices.

5. Step 5

   Heat oil in nonstick skillet; saute ginger and garlic for a few seconds. Add coriander, hot-pepper flakes and cumin, and stir-fry a few seconds. Remove and set aside.

6. Step 6

   Add beef to skillet and brown on both sides; add carrots and leeks and saute a minute or two.

7. Step 7

   Cook noodles.

8. Step 8

   Mix cornstarch with a little beef stock and then combine all stock to make mixture smooth. Add to skillet with reserved seasonings. Cook over medium heat until mixture thickens.

9. Step 9

   Drain noodles and stir in.