Description
These Sticky Beef Noodles are packed with tender beef, bold flavors, and a rich umami sauce! A quick and easy one-pan meal perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
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For the Beef Marinade:
- 12 oz (340g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup (60ml) low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili paste (optional, for spice)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Noodles:
- 8 oz (225g) egg noodles or rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, julienned
- 1 cup broccoli florets (or snap peas)
For Garnishing (Optional):
- Sliced green onions
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Crushed peanuts
- Extra sriracha
Instructions
1. Marinate the Beef
- In a bowl, combine sliced beef, soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil.
- Mix well and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes while prepping the other ingredients.
2. Cook the Noodles
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook noodles according to package instructions.
- Drain and toss with a little sesame oil to prevent sticking.
3. Prepare the Sticky Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sriracha (if using), and black pepper.
- Set aside for later.
4. Stir-Fry the Beef
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- Add the marinated beef and sear for 2-3 minutes, until browned.
- Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
5. Cook the Vegetables
- Add another 1 tablespoon of oil to the same pan.
- Stir-fry garlic, ginger, onion, bell pepper, and broccoli for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
6. Combine Everything
- Return the cooked beef to the pan.
- Pour in the sticky sauce and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Add the cooked noodles, tossing well to coat in the sauce.
- Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, or crushed peanuts.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your sticky, flavorful noodles!
Notes
✔ Slice the beef thinly – This helps it cook quickly and stay tender.
✔ Use high heat – Stir-frying on high heat ensures a good sear and prevents soggy noodles.
✔ Don’t overcook the noodles – Keep them slightly firm so they don’t become mushy when stir-fried.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: DINNER
- Cuisine: AMERICAN
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
