Yakamein (New Orleans-Style Noodle Soup)

Recipe View Season the Beef (20 minutes): In a bowl, combine the beef pieces with kosher salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika. Ensure the meat is thoroughly coated with the spices. Allow it to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes to absorb the flavors, or refrigerate until ready to use.

Recipe View Sear the Beef (5-7 minutes): Heat avocado oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over high heat until it shimmers. Add the seasoned beef in a single layer and sear for 3 to 5 minutes until a rich brown crust forms on the bottom.

Recipe View Brown the Second Side (2 minutes): Turn the beef over and cook the other side for about 2 minutes. It won't brown as much as the first side, but that's perfectly fine. Reduce the heat to medium-high, then remove the beef to a bowl and set aside.

Recipe View Sauté the Aromatics (3-5 minutes): Add chopped onions, diced celery, green pepper, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook, while stirring occasionally, until the onions become translucent, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.

Recipe View Simmer the Soup (60-90 minutes): Return the beef and any accumulated juices to the pot. Add soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, granulated garlic, water, and beef bouillon paste. Stir well and bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer until the beef is very tender, about 60 to 90 minutes.

Recipe View Adjust Seasoning: Before serving, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or soy sauce as needed. Keep the soup on low heat until ready to serve.

Recipe View Cook the Spaghetti (12 minutes): In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain the spaghetti well and divide it evenly among 4 large soup bowls.

Recipe View Assemble and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup over the noodles in each bowl. Garnish generously with halved hard-boiled eggs, a dash of hot sauce (optional), and sliced green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy!