It is a best and quick weekend recipe of beef and broccoli with the addition of noodles. This beef and broccoli stir fry with noodles is very easy to make. It's a traditional recipe that is well-liked in Chinese-American cooking. And offers a pleasant and easily balanced dinner. Check how to make the quick 15-minute beef and broccoli stir fry noodles.
It's a very customizable dish you can make according to your taste. The beef and broccoli stir fry with noodles is a good dish mostly prepared on busy weeknights. Whether you love it mild or spicy, you can customize the dish according to your taste.
The recipe creates a balanced and flavorful dish. This dish goes well with any meal at any time. Then tender beef, crunchy broccoli, and soft noodles are tossed in a savory stir-fry sauce. It makes the beef broccoli and noodles recipe more satisfying and nutritious.
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It's the Perfect Choice
- Quick Recipe: It's a quick and easy recipe, prepared within 30 minutes. It is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Proper Nutrition: It has the right combination of carbohydrates, vegetables, and protein. It helps in properly filling meals and is a substantial one.
- Customizable: You can adjust the ingredients, sauces, and spices, to the spice level that suits your tastes or diet.
- Very tasty: These tender meat, crunchy broccoli, and flavorful noodles altogether make this a dish delicious and comforting one.
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Tips for Stir fry Beef Broccoli Noodles
- Slice the Beef Thinly: For tender beef, make sure to slice it thinly against the grain. This shortens the muscle fibers, making the meat more tender and quick to cook.
- Pre-Cook the Noodles: It's best to get the noodles ready in advance of time and then stir-fry. Nicely stir fry them gently to get the flavors and more become more tasty.
- High Heat Stir fry: It is better to Stir-fry on high heat to sear the beef and keep the vegetables crisp. This ensures everything cooks quickly without becoming soggy.
- Don’t Fill the Pan: It is better to stir-fry in batches if necessary. If the pan is filled with the beef and vegetables, then it will simmer. Then it will not get the lovely and delicious crispiness.
- Sauce adding towards end: Add the stir-fry sauce towards the end to avoid burning. Once everything is nearly cooked, pour the sauce in and let it coat the ingredients evenly.
Variations For Beef Broccoli Noodles:
If you want to make these beef noodles with broccoli according to your taste you can easily do it:
- Spicy Beef and Broccoli Noodles: To add a little spiciness to the sauce, you can add red pepper flakes, sriracha, or chili paste to your taste.
- Garlic Butter Beef and Broccoli: If you prefer a garlic butter taste, use garlic butter instead of soy-based sauce. It makes it rich and gives it a nice creamy flavor.
- For gluten-free: You can replace the soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos and use rice noodles or gluten-free noodles instead of egg noodles.
- For Vegetarian: Instead of beef use tofu, tempeh, or mushrooms. Also add more veggies like bell peppers, snap peas, carrots, or any other choice.
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Ingredients For Beef And Broccoli Noodles
This beef and broccoli stir fry with noodles uses simple ingredients and is easily customizable according to your needs.
- Beef (flank steak) thinly sliced
- fresh Broccoli Florets
- Noodles (egg or rice)
- Olive Oil
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Soy Sauce
- Oyster Sauce
- Hoisin Sauce (optional for sweetness)
- Sesame Oil
- Cornstarch
- Green Onions (for garnish)
- Sesame Seeds (for garnish)
How To Cook Beef And Broccoli With Noodles
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Add and marinate the beef for nearly 20 minutes.
- Cook Noodles: Cook according to the instructions on the package. Drain and set aside.
2. Blanch the Broccoli:
- In a pot, boil water. Add the broccoli florets, and cook for 2 – 3 minutes. Cook the florets till they become bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
3. Cook the Beef:
- Take a large skillet or wok, and heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil on high heat. Add the marinated beef, and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked. Remove and keep them aside from the pan.
4. Stir Fry the Vegetables:
- Now add another tablespoon of olive oil, in the same pan.
- Add the blanched broccoli to the pan. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
5. Combine Everything:
- Put the cooked beef back in the pan with the vegetables. Add the cooked noodles. Then add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and, if you like, hoisin sauce. Stir everything well, to get evenly coated.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce for thickening. Then stir continuously until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
6. Finish and Serve:
- If desired, drizzle with more sesame oil. Garnish the beef and broccoli noodles with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve hot.
It is a simple, quick, and easy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry With Noodles recipe. Prepare the dish with simple ingredients and it is easily customizable according to your needs.
What To Serve With Beef Noodles And Broccoli?
Serve this Beef Broccoli Noodle Stir Fry with steamed rice or vegetable spring rolls. Also, you can serve it with cucumber salad or pickled vegetables.
This makes the dish more delicious and balanced.
F.A.Qs
With What Can I Substitute The Beef With?
Substitute the beef with tofu, chicken, shrimps. Pork or any other meat also can be used. Only adjust the cooking time according to which substitute you are using.
EXAMPLE: Shrimp cooks faster than the beef.
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Can I Use Any Other Noodles In This Recipe?
YES, the rice noodles, udon, or soba go well here. Spaghetti also goes well with this. Although the textures of the noodles vary, they all match this stir-fried beef and broccoli recipe.
Can I Make This A Dish Without Gluten?
YES, you can prepare this recipe with no gluten. Just use gluten-free noodles like rice. Soba noodles also go well. Use sauces like coconut aminos.
Ensure all additional sauces, such as aminos, hoisin, or oyster sauce, are gluten-free.
Can I Add Other Vegetables?
YES, try using more vegetables in this recipe. Add vegetables like carrots, baby corn, cabbage, green beans, or vegetables of your choice.
Before adding, cut the pieces to similar sizes for proper cooking.
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Can I Prepare This Recipe In Advance?
YES, you can prepare the ingredients in advance. It is always better to prepare them on time for the best flavor and texture.
Store the leftovers in the fridge for 3 – 4 days. But before serving reheat them in the microwave or stovetop. Only the noodles can get softer.
Equipment For Beef Broccoli Noodles
- Large Wok – wok for frying
- Mixing Bowl – mix the ingredients in this recipe in the bowl
- Mixing Spoon – the mixing spoon to mix this recipe's ingredients
Stir Fry Beef Broccoli and Noodles Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 gms) beef thinly slices (flank steak)
- 2 cups broccoli (fresh florets)
- 8 oz (225 gms) egg noodles or rice noodles
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 5 cloves ginger (minced)
- 1 tbsp garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (for sweetness) (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water, for thickening)
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced) (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
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Instructions
- First, combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a bowl and mix well.
- Then add to the beef in it, and marinate it for nearly 20 minutes.
- Then cook the noodles, according to the package instructions. Drain and set them aside
- Boil water in the pot, and add the broccoli florets. Cook them for 2 – 3 minutes. Cook them till they become bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil on high heat. Add the marinated beef, and cook for 3 – 4 minutes, until it is browned and cooked. Remove and keep them aside from the pan.
- Now, add another tablespoon of olive oil in the same pan. Add the blanched broccoli to the pan. Stir fry for nearly 2 minutes.
- Further add the cooked beef back in the pan with the vegetables. Add the cooked noodles.
- Now add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and hoisin sauce (if you like). Stir everything very well, to them to get evenly coated.
- Add the cornstarch mixture prepared to the sauce for thickening. Then stir continuously until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
- If you like, drizzle more sesame oil and garnish the stir fry beef broccoli noodles with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Then serve hot.
Notes
- It is better to thin the beef slices for tender and quick cooking.
- For quick cooking, cook the noodles in advance. So that at cooking time you have to stir-fry.
- Always stir fry on high heat to sear the beef and keep the vegetables crispy.
- And never overfill the pan, as it will simmer, and not become crispy.