Description
Savor the rich flavors of Sticky Beef Noodles! Tender beef, chewy noodles, and a glossy, savory sauce make this a must-try dish. Ready in 25 minutes! 🍜
Ingredients
For the Beef and Noodles:
- 8 oz (225g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 8 oz (225g) egg noodles or rice noodles
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Sticky Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ cup bell peppers, sliced
- ½ cup carrots, julienned
- ½ cup broccoli florets
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Beef
- In a small bowl, toss the sliced beef with cornstarch and soy sauce. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
Step 2: Cook the Noodles
- Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Sticky Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Step 4: Sauté the Beef
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 5: Cook the Vegetables (Optional)
- In the same pan, add more oil if needed and stir-fry bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
Step 6: Combine Everything
- Return the cooked beef to the pan, pour in the sticky sauce, and stir well. Add the cooked noodles and toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
Step 7: Serve and Garnish
- Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- ✔ Slice the Beef Thinly – Cutting the beef against the grain ensures tenderness.
- ✔ Use High Heat – A hot pan helps sear the beef quickly for a better texture.
- ✔ Don’t Overcook the Noodles – Slightly undercooking them prevents sogginess when mixed with the sauce.
- ✔ Adjust Sweetness and Spice – Add more honey for sweetness or extra red pepper flakes for heat.
Keywords: beef noodles, sticky sauce, easy weeknight dinner, Asian noodle stir-fry, quick beef recipe, sweet and savory noodles, homemade takeout