Authentic Filipino Beef Mami (Noodle Soup)

Beef Mami is a beloved Filipino street food — a warm bowl of egg noodles in savory beef broth topped with tender beef, vegetables, and crunchy garlic. It’s perfect for rainy days or when you need a comforting, filling dish.

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef shank or brisket
• 6 cups water
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 tsp whole peppercorns
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp soy sauce or fish sauce (optional, to taste)
• 400g fresh egg noodles
• 2–3 stalks bok choy, halved
• 2 eggs, hard-boiled and halved
• 2 tbsp garlic, minced and fried until crispy
• 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
• Calamansi or lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

1. Prepare the broth: In a large pot, add beef shank and cover with water. Bring to a boil and skim off scum.
2. Add onion, garlic, peppercorns, bay leaf, and salt. Lower heat and simmer for 1.5 hours or until beef is tender.
3. Remove beef, slice into thin strips, and set aside. Strain the broth and return it to the pot.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning with soy sauce or fish sauce if needed.
5. In a separate pot, cook egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
6. Prepare toppings: sauté garlic until golden brown; boil bok choy until just tender; prepare hard-boiled eggs.
7. Assemble: In serving bowls, place cooked noodles, top with beef slices, bok choy, egg halves, and fried garlic. Pour hot broth over the top.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with calamansi or lemon wedges.