One-Pan Sticky Beef & Noodles

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Here’s a flavorful and easy recipe for One-Pan Sticky Beef & Noodles, a perfect weeknight meal that combines tender beef, savory sauce, and noodles—all cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup!

Ingredients

For the Beef and Noodles:

  • 1 pound (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 8 ounces (225g) noodles (such as lo mein, spaghetti, or egg noodles)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas (optional)

For the Sauce:

  • ¼ cup soy sauce (low-sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated or ground
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for a little heat)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

  1. Slice the beef: Thinly slice the beef against the grain into strips.
  2. Cook the noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  3. Prepare the vegetables: Slice the onion and carrot, and if using, trim the snap peas or snow peas.

Make the Sauce:

  1. Whisk the sauce ingredients: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, cornstarch (if using), and chili flakes (if using). Stir until the sugar dissolves and the sauce is smooth.

Cook the Beef and Noodles:

  1. Cook the beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, until browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add the sliced onion, garlic, and carrot. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Add the snap peas or snow peas and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Combine the noodles and beef: Return the beef to the pan and add the cooked noodles. Pour the sauce over the beef and noodles, tossing everything to coat in the sauce. Stir well to combine.
  4. Simmer: Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly, and everything is heated through.

Serve:

  1. Plate and enjoy: Serve the sticky beef and noodles hot, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Pro Tips:

  • For extra flavor, add a handful of chopped peanuts or cashews as a garnish for crunch.
  • You can swap the beef for chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
  • Add a splash of lime juice or fresh cilantro on top for a burst of freshness.

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