Description
This Savory Sesame Beef Noodle Stir-Fry is a bold and flavorful dish packed with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and chewy noodles, all tossed in a rich, umami-packed sauce. With a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes, this quick and easy stir-fry is a restaurant-quality meal that you can make in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
- 8 oz (225g) rice noodles (or lo mein/udon noodles)
- 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cups (120g) broccoli florets
- 3 green onions, sliced (plus extra for garnish)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
For the Sticky Sauce:
- 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (or lime juice)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced beef with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Stir-fry the red bell pepper, broccoli, and green onions for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the sticky sauce. Pour the sauce into the pan, stirring well to coat the vegetables.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet, add the drained noodles, and toss everything together until fully coated in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 more minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with extra green onions, and serve hot.
Notes
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- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
- For extra spice, add more red pepper flakes or drizzle with sriracha.
- Swap the beef for chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a different variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired