Beef Stir Fry with Noodles and Sticky Sauce
A delightful dish that brings together savory flavors, vibrant vegetables, and tender beef—all in one quick and easy meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 450 g beef sirloin, sliced Use tender cuts for best results.
- 225 g noodles (such as egg noodles or rice noodles) Choose based on your preference.
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots) Fresh or frozen vegetables can be used.
Sauce ingredients
- 45 ml soy sauce
- 30 ml oyster sauce
- 15 g cornstarch To thicken the sauce.
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 5 g ginger, minced
Cooking supplies
- 30 ml vegetable oil For stir-frying.
- Salt and pepper To season to taste.
- Sesame seeds (optional) For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, cook the noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined.
Cooking
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced beef to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-5 minutes, or until browned.
- Toss in the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until they become tender but still crispy.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables. Cook while stirring until the sauce has thickened, usually about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing everything together to ensure the noodles are well coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle in salt and pepper to your liking, mixing well.
Serving
- Plate your stir fry and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Feel free to substitute beef with chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a different spin. Use your favorite vegetables! For some heat, consider adding sliced chili peppers or a dash of chili sauce to the stir fry.