Spoon Simple
Quick Beef and Broccoli Noodles
A satisfying weeknight meal featuring tender strips of beef and crisp broccoli florets tossed with chewy noodles in a savory stir-fry sauce. Faster than takeout and packed with flavor!
Prep 15 min
Cook 20 min
Total 35 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Beef and Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Step 2 — For the Stir-Fry
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- 1 lb broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
Step 3 — For the Sauce
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
Step 4 — For Serving
- 8 oz dried egg noodles or ramen noodles
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Marinate Beef
In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Toss to coat and let marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
- 2
Prepare Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and rice vinegar until smooth.
- 3
Cook Noodles and Beef
Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and toss with 1 tsp of vegetable oil to prevent sticking. While noodles cook, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned but still slightly pink inside. Remove beef from skillet and set aside.
- 4
Stir-Fry Broccoli
Add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and stir-fry for 30 seconds more until fragrant.
- 5
Combine and Thicken
Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with the broccoli. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and add the cooked noodles. Toss everything together to coat well and heat through.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition per serving: 650 cal · 45g protein · 60g carbs · 25g fat · 5g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
