Sesame Beef Stir-Fry Noodles (Printable Version)

Savory beef, springy noodles, and crisp veggies tossed in an aromatic sesame-soy sauce for a quick, satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef

01 - 400 g flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced across the grain
02 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
03 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
04 - 1 tsp toasted sesame oil

→ Noodles

05 - 250 g egg noodles or wheat noodles

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
08 - 2 medium carrots, julienned
09 - 3 spring onions, sliced (separate white and green parts)
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

→ Sauce

12 - 3 tbsp soy sauce
13 - 2 tbsp oyster sauce
14 - 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
15 - 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
16 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
17 - 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
18 - 2 tbsp water
19 - 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

20 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
21 - Green parts of spring onions, sliced

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a bowl, toss the sliced beef with cornstarch, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Set aside to marinate while prepping other ingredients.
02 - Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth.
04 - Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the marinated beef and sear for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.
05 - In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil if needed. Sauté garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the spring onions for 30 seconds until fragrant.
06 - Add bell pepper, snap peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
07 - Return the beef to the pan. Add cooked noodles and pour in the sauce. Toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until heated through and evenly coated.
08 - Serve immediately, topped with toasted sesame seeds and green spring onions.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick to prepare for speedy weeknight meals
  • Packed with colorful veggies for a nutrient boost
  • Flexible to suit different proteins and add-ins
  • Rich umami flavors and a hint of spice
  • Easy cleanup with just one pan for the stir-fry
02 -
  • High protein from lean beef and fiber-rich veggies
  • Customizable for plant-based eaters or different proteins
  • Great for meal prep; reheats well for lunch the next day
03 -
  • Slice beef thinly against the grain to keep it tender and easy to chew
  • Always stir-fry over high heat so the veggies stay crisp and beef browns beautifully
  • Mix the sauce before you start cooking so nothing slows you down during the flash fry

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