Sticky Beef Noodles recipe
This quick and easy Sticky Beef Noodles recipe is a perfect weeknight meal packed with bold flavors. Tender beef strips are tossed in a sweet and savory sticky soy sauce with noodles, garlic, and green onions — ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingrédients
For the Beef:
- 400 g 14 oz flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove minced
For the Sauce:
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp rice vinegar optional
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp water
For the Stir-Fry:
- 250 g 9 oz egg noodles or rice noodles, cooked and drained
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil for stir-frying
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 2 spring onions green onions, chopped
- Optional: sliced bell pepper snow peas, chili flakes, sesame seeds, fresh herbs
Instructions
Marinate the Beef:
- In a bowl, mix sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin, oyster sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar (if using), sesame oil, and water. Set aside.
Cook the Noodles:
- Boil noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss in a little sesame oil to prevent sticking.
Stir-Fry the Beef:
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Sear the beef in batches for 1–2 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics & Veggies:
- In the same pan, add 1 tbsp oil. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds. Add optional vegetables and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
Combine Everything:
- Return the beef to the pan. Add cooked noodles and pour in the sauce. Toss well to coat everything evenly. Cook for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Serve:
- Garnish with chopped spring onions, sesame seeds, chili flakes, or fresh herbs as desired. Serve hot and enjoy!