Ingredients
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For the Sticky Beef:
- 1 pound (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for coating the beef)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
For the Sticky Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional for heat)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water for thickening)
For the Noodles and Vegetables:
- 8 ounces egg noodles, rice noodles, or udon noodles
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
- ½ cup fresh cilantro or Thai basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Beef
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain—this ensures a tender texture.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the beef with cornstarch. This helps create a crispy coating and thickens the sauce later.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Sear the beef in batches, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Sticky Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, sesame oil, and water.
- In a separate small dish, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Noodles
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions.
- Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with a little sesame oil to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Stir-Fry the Vegetables
- In the same pan used for the beef, add a bit more oil if needed.
- Stir-fry garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
Step 5: Combine Everything
- Return the cooked beef to the pan.
- Pour in the sticky sauce, stirring well.
- Add the cornstarch slurry, mixing continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
- Toss in the cooked noodles, mixing everything until well combined.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro or Thai basil.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g