Go Back
+ servings
Sticky Beef Noodles

Sticky Beef Noodles: Quick Comfort for Busy Nights

Sticky Beef Noodles are a quick and easy dish perfect for busy nights, featuring tender beef strips and glossy noodles in a sweet-savory sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Tender Beef Strips Cuts like sirloin or flank steak are best; chicken or tofu can substitute.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari works for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves enhance flavor; garlic powder is a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh ginger adds zest; ground ginger is an alternative.
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Noodles Ramen, udon, or rice noodles are good options; zucchini noodles work for a low-carb version.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli) Customize with your favorites.
For Sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Oil Vegetable or sesame oil is recommended.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare Ingredients - Slice the beef into thin strips, chop vegetables, mince garlic and ginger, and gather soy sauce and honey.
  2. Step 2: Cook Noodles - Boil salted water, cook noodles for 4-5 minutes, drain and toss with oil.
  3. Step 3: Sauté Beef - Heat oil in skillet, cook beef until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Make Sauce - Sauté garlic and ginger in the same skillet, add soy sauce, honey, and simmer.
  5. Step 5: Combine Ingredients - Return beef and vegetables to skillet, mix well and cook until vegetables are tender.
  6. Step 6: Add Noodles - Fold cooked noodles into the skillet, toss to coat with sauce.
  7. Step 7: Serve and Garnish - Plate the dish and add sesame seeds and lime juice if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure beef is not overcrowded in the skillet for proper searing. Prep ingredients ahead of time for a smoother cooking process. Experiment with different noodle types for variety.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!