Easy Beef Stir-Fry Lo Mein (Printable Version)

Tender beef strips and crisp vegetables tossed with lo mein noodles in a savory sauce for quick meals.

# What You Need:

→ Beef

01 - 12 oz flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain

→ Marinade

02 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tsp cornstarch
04 - 1 tsp sesame oil

→ Noodles

05 - 10 oz fresh or dried lo mein noodles

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup broccoli florets
08 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
09 - 3 green onions, sliced
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

→ Stir-Fry Sauce

12 - 3 tbsp soy sauce
13 - 2 tbsp oyster sauce
14 - 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
15 - 1 tsp sugar
16 - 2 tbsp water
17 - 1 tsp cornstarch

→ For Cooking

18 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
19 - Optional: sesame seeds and extra green onions for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Toss the beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil in a bowl. Allow to marinate for 10 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
02 - Cook the lo mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
03 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, water, and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Stir-fry the marinated beef for 1 to 2 minutes until just browned. Remove and set aside.
05 - Add remaining vegetable oil to the pan. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot for 2 to 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
06 - Return beef to the pan, add cooked noodles and green onions, then pour in the stir-fry sauce. Toss over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.
07 - Transfer to plates and garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • 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
03 -
  • Substitute beef with other proteins like chicken or tofu for variety
  • Use fresh vegetables for best texture and flavor
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