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Easy Sticky Beef Noodles

These Easy Sticky Beef Noodles deliver a restaurant-quality experience right in your kitchen. Featuring tender beef coated in a luscious, sweet, savory, and slightly spicy sauce, this dish is quick, customizable, and perfect for a cozy night in.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Beef Sirloin or Flank Steak, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce, low sodium
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce, low sodium
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha optional
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 8 ounces Noodles Lo Mein, Chow Mein, or spaghetti
  • Sesame Seeds optional
  • Chopped Green Onions optional
  • Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • Vegetable or canola oil

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cooking pot
  • Colander
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, ground ginger, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. While the beef is marinating, whisk together all the sauce ingredients in a separate bowl: soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, honey, sesame oil, sriracha (if using), minced garlic, ground ginger, and water. Make sure there are no lumps of cornstarch.
  3. Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain well and set aside. Toss with a little sesame oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated beef in a single layer (work in batches if necessary).
  5. Sear the beef for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
  6. Add the prepared sauce to the same skillet. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and become glossy.
  7. Add the cooked beef and noodles to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together until the beef and noodles are evenly coated in the sticky sauce.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and red pepper flakes (if desired).

Notes

Don't overcook the beef. Adjust the spice level to your preference. Add your favorite vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers. You can prepare the sauce and marinate the beef ahead of time. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Substitute beef with chicken, pork, tofu or tempeh. Use gluten-free soy sauce and gluten-free noodles for a gluten-free option. Experiment with different types of noodles, such as udon, soba, or rice noodles.