VIETNAMESE-STYLE SPAGHETTI SQUASH "NOODLE" BOWLS WITH SKIRT STEAK

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Vietnamese-Style Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash plays the part of traditional rice noodles in this take on a Vietnamese noodle bowl. Roast the squash and marinate the steak the day before, and it's easy to pull off in just half an hour for dinner.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Dinner     Squash     Healthy     Steak     Cucumber     Salad     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dairy Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 medium spaghetti squash (2-2 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise, seeded
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 cup fish sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
1/2 cup fresh lime juice, divided
1 pound skirt steak, cut crosswise into 4-inch sections
1 medium jalapeño, stemmed, seeded, finely chopped
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon neutral vegetable oil
1/2 romaine heart, coarsely chopped (about 4 cups)
1 medium carrot, peeled, sliced into 3" matchsticks
1 mini or Persian cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, thinly sliced
1/2 cup mung bean sprouts (about 2 ounces)
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
1/4 cup roasted salted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Sprinkle each half of squash with 1/4 tsp. salt, then place cut side down on prepared baking sheet. Bake until interior of squash is fork-tender, 40-50 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, whisk fish sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, 2 Tbsp. lime juice, and 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Transfer 3 Tbsp. fish sauce mixture to a shallow wide bowl. Add steak and turn to coat. Let sit at room temperature at least 30 minutes.
  • Add jalapeño, sesame oil, and remaining 6 Tbsp. lime juice to remaining fish sauce mixture in large bowl and stir to combine.
  • Using a fork, scrape squash crosswise to pull strands from shells into a large bowl; discard shells. Toss squash with 4 Tbsp. jalapeño sauce and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy skillet over high; pat steak dry. Working in batches if needed, sear steak until browned, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest 5 minutes, then thinly slice lengthwise against the grain.
  • Divide squash among bowls. Toss lettuce, carrot, cucumber, and bean sprouts in remaining jalapeño sauce, then arrange over squash. Add steak to bowls, then top with scallions, cilantro, and peanuts.
  • Do Ahead
  • Squash can be cooked 2 days ahead. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container and chill. Steak can be marinated 1 day ahead. Store in a resealable plastic bag and chill.

Joo Liclican
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This dish was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the skirt steak was cooked to perfection.


Omprakash Dangaura
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference.


willem Goosen
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This dish was delicious! The flavors were incredible and the skirt steak was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Elwood Swartz
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for my taste. I think it could have been simplified a bit.


Arif Butt
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. The spaghetti squash noodles were a great substitute for pasta, and the skirt steak was cooked perfectly.


Naveed Tanoli
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I'm not a big fan of spaghetti squash, but this recipe was surprisingly good! The noodles were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


David Ramirez
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This recipe was delicious! The spaghetti squash noodles were a great way to make a healthier version of a classic dish. The skirt steak was also cooked perfectly.


Brianna Hankins
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used a bit more seasoning. Other than that, it was a good recipe.


pari Pari
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I loved this recipe! The spaghetti squash noodles were a great substitute for pasta, and the skirt steak was so flavorful. The sauce was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Susan Sheriff
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This dish was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the skirt steak was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Fazil Khan
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Other than that, the dish was delicious. The skirt steak was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Hamed Bin Alam
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I was looking for a new way to cook spaghetti squash, and this recipe did not disappoint! The noodles were perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Allan Dann
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This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of the sweet and savory sauce with the tender skirt steak. The spaghetti squash noodles were a great way to lighten up the dish without sacrificing any flavor.


Richard Sowards
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I'm not a huge fan of spaghetti squash, but this recipe changed my mind! The noodles were so flavorful and the sauce was delicious. I especially loved the addition of the skirt steak. It added a nice smoky flavor to the dish.


Lisa Fields
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This recipe was a hit! The spaghetti squash noodles were a great substitute for traditional pasta, and the skirt steak was cooked perfectly. The flavors in the sauce were amazing, and the whole dish came together beautifully. I will definitely be mak