Oriental Noodles with Beef
A savory and comforting bowl of stir-fried noodles tossed with tender beef strips and crisp vegetables in a rich, flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
- •8 oz (225g) lo mein or egg noodles
- •12 oz (340g) flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- •2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- •1 cup broccoli florets
- •1 medium bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- •1 cup snap peas
- •3 tbsp soy sauce
- •1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- •1 tbsp oyster sauce
- •1 tsp sesame oil
- •1 tbsp cornstarch
- •2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add the sliced beef and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until browned and cooked through, then remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- 5
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet.
- 6
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, broccoli florets, bell pepper, and snap peas, and stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- 7
Return the cooked beef and the drained noodles to the skillet with the vegetables.
- 8
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the contents of the skillet.
- 9
Toss everything together continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the noodles and beef evenly.
- 10
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
💡 Chef tips
- Slice the beef slightly partially frozen to make cutting thin, even strips much easier.
- You can easily swap the vegetables for whatever you have in your fridge, such as bok choy, carrots, or mushrooms.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet with a splash of water.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished dish should feature glossy, perfectly coated noodles with tender, savory beef and crisp, vibrant vegetables, releasing a rich aroma of soy and sesame.