Description
The popular Chinese restaurant Beef and Broccoli stir fry gets a delicious twist with ramen noodles, in this fantastic easy 30-minute meal recipe!
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/3 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tablespoon grated ginger
1/8 teaspoon cracked red pepper flakes
For the Stir Fry:
2 (3-ounce) packages ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 pound sirloin steak, trimmed of fat and sliced into 1 1/2-inch strips (about 1/4-inch thickness)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup water
Sesame seeds, garnish
Instructions
Make the Sauce:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add beef broth, honey, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Whisk well and set aside.
Cook the Ramen:
- Bring a medium pot of water to boil. Cook ramen noodles for 2-3 minutes, until just tender.
- Drain and rinse under cold water to stop further cooking. Toss with 1 teaspoon sesame oil to prevent sticking.
Cook the Steak:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season steak with salt and pepper. Add to skillet and cook for 3 minutes without moving to brown one side.
- Stir and cook for 2 more minutes, until cooked through. Remove steak from skillet and drain any grease.
Cook the Broccoli:
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add broccoli and 1/2 cup water.
- Cover and steam for 2 minutes, until broccoli is bright green and tender but not mushy.
Combine Everything:
- Return steak to the skillet along with cooked noodles.
- Stir the sauce and pour it into the skillet. Use tongs to mix everything together.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes, until everything is coated and heated through.
Serve:
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds.
Notes
- Nutritional information is an estimate and can vary based on the products you use.
- For a healthier option, use whole-grain ramen or reduce sodium by using low-sodium soy sauce and broth.
- You can substitute chicken or tofu for the beef if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: ~450
- Sugar: ~10g
- Sodium: ~800mg
- Fat: ~18g
- Saturated Fat: ~5g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~45g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: ~30g
- Cholesterol: ~60mg