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Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein Noodles Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein Noodles recipe offers a delicious and satisfying combination of tender sliced steak, crisp broccoli, and flavorful noodles tossed in a savory, slightly sweet sauce. The dish is cooked quickly in a wok, making it perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes. Using common pantry staples like soy sauce, oyster sauce, and honey, the recipe balances umami and sweetness with a hint of vinegar and ginger spice.

Ingredients

Sauce

  • 3/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup oyster sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey (or brown sugar)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon browning (optional for color)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Beef Marinade

  • 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, sliced thinly
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1/4 cup onions, diced
  • 1/8 cup garlic, diced
  • 1/8 cup ginger, diced
  • 16 ounces broccoli florets

Noodles

  • 16 ounces noodles (spaghetti used as substitute)

Cooking Oil

  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Cook Noodles: Prepare the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to keep warm.
  2. Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and optional browning for color. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then slowly incorporate this slurry into the sauce mixture. Set the sauce mixture aside.
  3. Marinate Beef: In a large bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, rice wine vinegar, and ground ginger. Stir well to ensure the beef is evenly coated with the marinade.
  4. Sear Beef: Heat sesame oil in a hot wok or large skillet. Add the marinated beef and sear it over high heat until it is cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside on a plate.
  5. Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: Using the same wok, add the diced onions, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant. Add the broccoli florets, then stir-fry on high heat until the broccoli becomes tender but still crisp.
  6. Add Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked noodles to the wok with the vegetables. Gradually pour the prepared sauce over the noodles while constantly stirring to evenly coat all ingredients.
  7. Combine Beef: Return the seared beef to the wok and toss all ingredients together. Continue cooking until everything is heated through and well combined.
  8. Serve: Transfer the beef and broccoli lo mein noodles to plates or a serving dish and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute spaghetti noodles if you don't have lo mein or egg noodles.
  • Adjust the honey or brown sugar amount to make the sauce more or less sweet according to taste.
  • Use low sodium soy sauce to control the saltiness of the dish.
  • For more color and depth, the optional browning sauce adds a rich brown hue without changing the flavor much.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, add a bit more cornstarch slurry slowly until desired consistency is reached.
  • Make sure to slice the beef thinly against the grain for a tender bite.
  • Use a wok or large skillet and cook over high heat for the best stir-fry results.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/beef-and-broccoli-lo-mein-noodles-recipe/