Lagman (Uzbek and Uyghur Beef Noodle Stew)
Chewy noodles in a rich beef, pepper and tomato stew with cumin and garlic, a favourite across Central Asia.
- Time1 hr 30
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £2.45 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Estimated nutrition per serving
- 868kcal
- 95.9gcarbs
- 18.7gof which sugars
- 32.6gfat
- 11.8gsaturates
- 46.5gprotein
- 11.2gfibre
- 4.6gsalt
A rough estimate worked out from the ingredients, for the serving size above. It is a guide only and not medical advice. If you count carbs or manage diabetes, check with your own tools and your care team.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large casserole over a high heat. Brown the beef in two batches for 6 minutes each. Lift out.
12 min - 2
Add the onion and peppers to the pot and cook for 8 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic, tomato purée, cumin, paprika and black pepper for 1 minute.
8 min - 3
Return the beef, add the tomatoes, stock and salt, bring to a simmer, cover and cook gently for 45 minutes.
45 min - 4
Add the carrots and potatoes and cook for 15 minutes more, until the beef and vegetables are tender. Check the seasoning.
15 min - 5
Cook the noodles in boiling water to the packet instructions, then drain.
- 6
Put the noodles in deep bowls, ladle over the stew and finish with fresh coriander.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
