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.

This recipe is a weeknight lifesaver I keep coming back to. The flavors come together quickly but taste like it took all day.

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

Easily spray or drizzle oil for roasting vegetables, air frying, sautéing, and dressing salads with controlled coverage.

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Easily spray or drizzle oil for roasting vegetables, air frying, sautéing, and dressing salads with controlled coverage.

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This meal always brings my family together around the table on busy nights.

Notes

Substitute beef with chicken shrimp or tofu for variation Use other veggies like snap peas mushrooms or baby corn as you prefer For extra spice add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce Pairs well with a light crisp white wine or jasmine tea

Required Tools

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

Nutritional Information

Calories 430 Total Fat 13 g Carbohydrates 52 g Protein 25 g per serving

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This beef stir-fry is a delicious quick fix that never fails to satisfy.

Recipe Q&A

→ What cut of beef works best?

Flank steak or sirloin thinly sliced against the grain ensures tenderness and quick cooking.

→ Can I use other noodles?

Yes, fresh or dried lo mein noodles are best, but egg noodles or spaghetti can be a substitute.

→ How can I make the stir-fry spicier?

Add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce before tossing with beef and vegetables.

→ Is it possible to swap vegetables?

Absolutely. Snap peas, mushrooms, or baby corn can replace or complement the existing vegetables.

→ What cooking tools are recommended?

A large skillet or wok is ideal for high-heat stir-frying, along with a saucepan for boiling noodles.