Oriental Noodles with Beef
Savor these quick and savory pan-fried noodles tossed with tender beef strips and crisp vegetables in a rich garlic-soy sauce.
Ingredients
- •8 oz (225g) lo mein or egg-free wheat noodles
- •12 oz (340g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- •2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- •2 cups broccoli florets
- •1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- •3 tbsp soy sauce
- •2 tbsp oyster sauce
- •1 tsp sesame oil
- •2 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
Instructions
- 1
Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente, drain, and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- 4
Add the sliced beef and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until browned and cooked through, then remove the beef and set aside on a plate.
- 5
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same pan, then toss in the broccoli and red bell pepper.
- 6
Stir-fry the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- 7
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 8
Return the beef and drained noodles to the wok.
- 9
Pour the sauce mixture over the ingredients and toss everything continuously for 2 minutes until hot and evenly coated.
- 10
Stir in the green onions and remove from heat immediately before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- Freeze the beef for 30 minutes before slicing to make it much easier to cut into thin, uniform strips.
- You can easily swap the broccoli and bell peppers for snap peas, bok choy, or sliced carrots based on what you have in your fridge.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a hot skillet with a splash of water.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished dish should feature glossy, savory noodles coated in a rich umami sauce, perfectly paired with tender beef and crisp, vibrant vegetables.