Spicy Beef and Herb Noodles

Ingredients:

• 8 oz fresh Chinese rice noodles
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (1 in piece) fresh ginger, grated
• 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped, plus more for serving
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped, plus more for serving
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for serving
• 2 lines, juiced
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
• 3 carrots, shaved into ribbons

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the rice noodles and cook according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.

2. In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned. Add the garlic and ginger and stir until fragrant. About one minute. Stir in the water, jalapeño, lime juice, chili sauce, and soy sauce and cook until sauce thickens slightly (3-5 minutes). Add the noodles, toss to coat and warm through. Remove skillet from heat and add the chopped herbs stir to combine.

3. Divide noodles between four bowls. Top each with more fresh herbs and carrot ribbons.