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Sticky Beef Noodles

Sticky Beef Noodles

This Sticky Beef Noodles recipe is a quick, takeout-style dish featuring tender beef strips, crisp vegetables, and a rich, glossy sauce. It's a deeply satisfying and savory meal that comes together in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect solution for a weeknight dinner craving. The simple yet complex-tasting sauce is the star, balancing salty, sweet, and tangy flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 8 ounces egg noodles
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup snap peas or green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pot
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Tongs

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, toss the thinly sliced flank steak with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Ensure each piece is coated and set aside to marinate for at least 10-15 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
  3. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Add the sliced bell pepper, onion, and snap peas, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables, then add the cooked noodles. Use tongs to toss everything together until coated and the sauce has thickened slightly. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For tender beef, slice it thinly against the grain; freezing the steak for 15-20 minutes can make slicing easier. To get a good sear, do not overcrowd the pan when cooking the beef; cook it in batches if necessary. Prepare all your ingredients (mise en place) before you start cooking, as the stir-frying process is very fast.