Save A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender beef strips, crisp vegetables, and chewy lo mein noodles tossed in a savory sauce&mdashperfect for busy weeknights.
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 12 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 23 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 23 minutes until well coated and heated through.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired.
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Save Recipe FAQ
- → How do I make the beef tender?
Marinating the beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil for at least 10 minutes helps tenderize it and adds flavor.
- → Can I substitute the beef with other proteins?
Yes, chicken, shrimp, or tofu can be used in place of beef for different variations of this dish.
- → What vegetables work best in this stir-fry?
Bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and green onions provide a nice contrast of textures and flavors, but snap peas or mushrooms are also great options.
- → How should I cook the lo mein noodles?
Follow package instructions to boil the noodles until tender, then drain well before adding to the stir-fry.
- → How can I add extra spice to the dish?
Add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha to the stir-fry sauce to introduce some heat.