Description
This Sticky Beef Noodles recipe features tender beef strips tossed in a rich, sweet, and savory sauce, combined with stir-fried vegetables and chewy noodles. Perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner, this dish is easy to make and packed with umami goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
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- 250g beef steak (sirloin or flank), thinly sliced
- 200g egg noodles or rice noodles
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 1 red chili, sliced (optional)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: In a bowl, mix the beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, cornstarch, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and brown sugar. Set aside.
- Cook the noodles: Prepare the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Stir-fry the beef: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a pan or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the aromatics and veggies: In the same pan, add another tbsp of oil. Sauté the garlic, ginger, and chili for 30 seconds. Add the bell pepper and carrot, cooking for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Combine everything: Return the beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss in the cooked noodles. Stir-fry everything for another 2 minutes until well coated and sticky.
- Garnish and serve: Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add more chili or a dash of sriracha.
- Swap beef for chicken or tofu for a different variation.
- Use lo mein, udon, or rice noodles based on preference.
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Nutrition
- Calories: ~480 kcal
- Sugar: ~12g
- Sodium: ~950mg
- Fat: ~18g
- Saturated Fat: ~4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~12g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~55g
- Fiber: ~4g
- Protein: ~28g
- Cholesterol: ~50mg
