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Sweet & Savory Sticky Beef Noodles

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!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced beef with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with extra green onions, and serve hot.

Notes

    • 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.

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