Easy Beef Stir-Fry Lo Mein

A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender beef strips, crisp vegetables, and chewy lo mein noodles tossed in a savory sauce—perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

• Beef: 350 g (12 oz) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
• Marinade: 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp cornstarch 1 tsp sesame oil
• Noodles: 300 g (10 oz) fresh or dried lo mein noodles
• Vegetables: 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 cup broccoli florets 1 medium carrot, julienned 3 green onions, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• Stir-Fry Sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp oyster sauce 1 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tsp sugar 2 tbsp water 1 tsp cornstarch
• For Cooking: 2 tbsp vegetable oil Optional: sesame seeds and extra green onions for garnish

Instructions

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Step 1:

In a bowl, toss the beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Marinate for 10 minutes while you prep other ingredients.

Step 2:

Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3:

In a small bowl, whisk together all stir-fry sauce ingredients until smooth.

Step 4:

Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 1 2 minutes until just browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 5:

Add the remaining oil to the pan. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot for 2 3 minutes until crisp-tender.

Step 6:

Return the beef to the pan, add the cooked noodles and green onions, and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together over high heat for 2 3 minutes until well coated and heated through.

Step 7:

Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired.

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Required Tools

Large skillet or wok Medium saucepan (for noodles) Cutting board and sharp knife Mixing bowls Tongs or spatula

Allergen Information

Contains soy (soy sauce, oyster sauce), gluten (noodles, soy sauce, hoisin, oyster sauce), and shellfish (oyster sauce). Check labels for gluten-free or vegan alternatives if needed.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 430 Total Fat: 13 g Carbohydrates: 52 g Protein: 25 g

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Recipe FAQs

→ What cut of beef works best for stir-fry?

Flank steak or sirloin sliced thinly against the grain ensures tenderness and cooks quickly in a stir-fry.

→ How do I prevent noodles from sticking?

Cook noodles al dente according to package instructions, drain, and toss briefly with a bit of oil to keep them separate.

→ Can I substitute vegetables in this stir-fry?

Absolutely. Snap peas, mushrooms, or baby corn make excellent alternatives to bell pepper, broccoli, or carrot.

→ How do I achieve a glossy stir-fry sauce?

Mix cornstarch with water before adding to the sauce and cook until the sauce thickens and coats ingredients evenly.

→ What oils are best for stir-frying?

Vegetable or sesame oil work well due to their high smoke points and complementary flavors.