Simple Beef Noodle Stir Fry with Fresh Vegetables
A quick and flavorful dish that combines tender beef, fresh vegetables, and satisfying noodles.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Wok
- Mixing Bowl
- Pot
Ingredients
Beef
- 1 pound Flank steak or sirloin Slice thinly against the grain.
Noodles
- 8 ounces Egg noodles Cook according to package instructions.
Vegetables
- 1 cup Bell peppers, sliced Use a mix of red, yellow, and green.
- 1 cup Broccoli florets Bright green and tender-crisp.
- 1 cup Carrots, julienned Slice thinly for even cooking.
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced Essential for depth and aroma.
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated Provides a warm, zesty flavor.
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce Use low-sodium if desired.
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil Adds a nutty flavor.
Garnish
- Green onions, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
- Marinate the beef with soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil, and sear the marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of sesame oil, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bell peppers and carrots, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet and combine with the vegetables.
- Add the cooked egg noodles, toss everything together, and drizzle with additional soy sauce if desired.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously to heat through.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
Consider adding nuts for crunch or using different sauces for variations.