Description
Sticky Beef Noodles are a quick and satisfying meal that brings together tender beef and chewy noodles in a rich, flavorful sticky sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe takes under 30 minutes to prepare and requires minimal ingredients, making it an ideal choice for families seeking delicious and hearty fare. The bold flavors of soy sauce, hoisin, and honey create an irresistible coating that elevates the dish to comfort food status. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet dinner at home, Sticky Beef Noodles will delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rice noodles (or lo mein/udon noodles)
- 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 green onions, sliced (plus extra for garnish)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or lime juice)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Toss thinly sliced beef with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Sear the beef for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining oil and stir-fry red bell pepper and broccoli for about 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp. Add green onions, garlic, and ginger; cook for another minute.
- Whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.
- Return beef to the skillet with vegetables, add cooked noodles, pour sticky sauce over everything, and toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg