Save A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender beef strips, crisp vegetables, and chewy lo mein noodles tossed in a savory sauce—perfect for busy weeknights.
This recipe quickly became a weeknight favorite in my house because it's delicious and comes together fast.
Ingredients
- Beef: 350 g (12 oz) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- Marinade: 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp cornstarch 1 tsp sesame oil
- Noodles: 300 g (10 oz) fresh or dried lo mein noodles
- Vegetables: 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 cup broccoli florets 1 medium carrot, julienned 3 green onions, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Stir-Fry Sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp oyster sauce 1 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tsp sugar 2 tbsp water 1 tsp cornstarch
- For Cooking: 2 tbsp vegetable oil Optional: sesame seeds and extra green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a bowl, toss the beef with soy sauce cornstarch and sesame oil. Marinate for 10 minutes while you prep other ingredients.
- Step 2:
- Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Step 3:
- In a small bowl, whisk together all stir-fry sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 1 2 minutes until just browned. Remove and set aside.
- Step 5:
- Add the remaining oil to the pan. Stir-fry garlic ginger bell pepper broccoli and carrot for 2 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 6:
- Return the beef to the pan add the cooked noodles and green onions and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together over high heat for 2 3 minutes until well coated and heated through.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired.
Save My family gathers around this stir-fry on busy nights and shares stories while enjoying a wholesome meal.
Notes
For extra spice add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce. Pairs well with a light crisp white wine or jasmine tea.
Required Tools
Large skillet or wok Medium saucepan (for noodles) Cutting board and sharp knife Mixing bowls Tongs or spatula
Allergen Information
Contains soy (soy sauce oyster sauce), gluten (noodles soy sauce hoisin oyster sauce), and shellfish (oyster sauce). Check labels for gluten-free or vegan alternatives if needed.
Save This beef stir-fry is a quick flavorful meal that brings warmth and satisfaction after a busy day.