Sticky Beef Noodles features tender beef, chewy noodles, and a glossy, sweet-savory sauce that clings to every bite. A fast, flavorful stir-fry perfect for busy nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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1 lb flank or sirloin steak, thinly sliced
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8 oz rice noodles or lo mein-style egg noodles
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1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade)
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1 tsp cornstarch (for marinade)
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1 tsp sesame oil (for marinade)
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp dark soy sauce
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1 1/2 tbsp hoisin sauce
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1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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2 tbsp water
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp grated ginger
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2 tbsp vegetable oil
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2 scallions, sliced
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1 tsp toasted sesame oil
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Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
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Marinate beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let sit 15 minutes.
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Cook noodles according to package. Drain and rinse in cold water. Toss with a little oil.
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Mix sauce: soy sauces, hoisin, sugar/honey, vinegar, water.
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Heat oil in wok. Sear beef in batches until browned. Set aside.
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Add more oil, then garlic and ginger. Stir-fry 30 seconds.
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Add noodles and sauce. Toss until coated and heated through.
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Return beef. Toss everything together. Finish with sesame oil and scallions.
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Serve hot, topped with sesame seeds if desired.