Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein Noodles
Tender beef and crisp broccoli tossed in a savory lo mein sauce with noodles. Better-than-takeout stir-fry ready in 30 minutes!
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- ¾ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup oyster sauce
- ½ cup honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp browning optional, for color
For the Beef:
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
For the Stir Fry:
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- ¼ cup diced onion
- ⅛ cup diced garlic
- ⅛ cup diced ginger
- 16 oz broccoli florets
- 16 oz noodles spaghetti, lo mein, or yakisoba
Cornstarch Slurry:
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp cold water
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Noodles
- Boil noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Mix the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together:
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Honey
- Rice vinegar
- Browning (optional)
- In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Gradually stir the slurry into the sauce mixture. Set aside.
Step 3: Marinate the Beef
In a large bowl, combine:
- Sliced beef
- Soy sauce
- Cornstarch
- Rice wine vinegar
- Ground ginger
- Toss to coat and let sit while you prep the rest.
Step 4: Sear the Beef
- Heat sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear beef until browned and cooked to your liking. Remove and set aside.
- Step 5: Stir-Fry the Aromatics and Broccoli
In the same wok, sauté:
- Onions
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and stir-fry for 3–5 minutes until just tender.
Step 6: Combine Everything
- Add cooked noodles to the wok.
- Pour in the prepared sauce gradually while tossing to coat everything evenly.
- Return the beef to the pan and stir-fry everything together until heated through and well coated.
Step 7: Serve
- Garnish with sesame seeds if desired and serve hot. This dish pairs well with chili oil, extra soy sauce, or a squeeze of lime.