Description
This flavorful Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry combines tender flank steak with crisp broccoli florets and savory noodles in a rich, slightly spicy sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner, this recipe balances the umami of soy and oyster sauces with a touch of honey and sriracha, complemented by aromatic garlic and ginger. Garnish options like sesame seeds, green onions, and peanuts add texture and depth.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 packs ramen or noodles of choice (170 grams total)
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup water (for steaming broccoli)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
The Sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted or low sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 heaping tbsp cornstarch
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped fine
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, chopped fine
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Garnish (optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions, sliced
- Peanuts
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Begin by cooking your ramen or noodles according to package instructions, but remove them from heat 2 minutes before fully done since they’ll finish cooking later. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the beef: Thinly slice the flank steak into bite-sized pieces and place in a medium bowl. Add 1 teaspoon sesame oil and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, gently mixing to coat. Let rest while prepping other ingredients.
- Prepare the broccoli: Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets. Set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, oyster sauce, beef broth, sriracha, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Add cornstarch last and whisk until smooth without lumps.
- Cook the beef: Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat with a splash of canola or peanut oil. Add the beef and cook 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked to your liking. Remove from pan and set aside. Reduce heat to medium.
- Steam the broccoli: Add broccoli and 1/4 cup water to the pan, cover with a lid, and steam 2-3 minutes until broccoli reaches your preferred tenderness.
- Combine and simmer: Lower heat to low-medium, return beef to pan along with noodles. Pour the prepared sauce over and bring to a light simmer. Cook 3-5 minutes, stirring gently until sauce thickens and everything is evenly coated.
- Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed based on your broth and soy sauce saltiness. Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and peanuts if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Extra protein: Finish with a hard-boiled egg for added protein.
- Garnish options: Customize garnishes with peanuts, green onions, or chili crunch to your taste.
- Protein variation: Substitute flank steak with chicken, shrimp, or tofu for different variations.
- Noodle variation: Try using udon, soba, or rice noodles for different texture and flavors.
