Vietnamese Beef and Spinach Soup

A light Vietnamese soup featuring blanched spinach and marinated fillet steak simmered in a seasoned chicken stock.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 183.1 kcals 732.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 10.1 grams 40.5 grams
Fat 7.1 grams 28.5 grams
Protein 19.7 grams 78.6 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
tsp
CondimentsSauces
1
tbsp
Fish Sauce
For the marinade
2
tbsp
Fish Sauce
For the soup seasoning
Fruits
1
tbsp
Liquids
1.2
l
Chicken Stock
Homemade or good quality store-bought
Meat
175
g
Fillet Steak
Lean, cut into thin 5cm slices
NutsSeeds
2
tbsp
Garlic
Finely chopped
1
1
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, for marinade
1
1
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
Vegetables
450
g
Spinach
Fresh, stalks removed, washed
2
piece
Shallot
Finely sliced
1
piece
Red Chilli
Small, fresh, seeded and chopped

Steps

  • Remove the spinach stalks and wash the leaves.
  • Blanch leaves in boiling water until wilted, then refresh in cold water and drain.
  • Combine the steak with shallots, garlic, one tablespoon of fish sauce, and pepper.
  • Bring chicken stock to a simmer and season with fish sauce, lemon juice, sugar, and chilli.
  • Add spinach, beef, and marinade to the stock and return to a simmer.
  • Season with additional black pepper and serve immediately.