Beef Broccoli with Stir-Fried Noodles

Beef Broccoli with Stir-Fried Noodles

Ingredients (serves 2-3):

For the marinated beef:
250g beef (rump or tenderloin), thinly sliced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp grated ginger
For the noodles and vegetables:
200g egg noodles or Asian noodles
1 head of broccoli, cut into small florets
1 carrot, julienned (optional)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
For the sauce:
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tbsp 1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp grated ginger
1 tsp cornstarch diluted in 1 tbsp water
1 pinch chili flakes (optional)

Preparation:
Marinate the Beef
Combine the beef strips with the soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, mix all the sauce ingredients until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Cook the Noodles and Broccoli
Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, drain, and set aside.
Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling salted water for 2 minutes, then plunge them into ice water to preserve their color and crispness.

Season the Beef
In a wok or large skillet, heat 1 tbsp. Add 1 tbsp. of vegetable oil over high heat. Sauté the marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Set aside.

Stir-fry the vegetables
Add 1 tbsp. of oil to the pan and sauté the broccoli and carrot for 2-3 minutes.

Assemble everything
Add the cooked noodles, beef, and sauce to the pan. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes until well coated.

Finish and serve
Add the green onions and toss one last time. Serve hot and enjoy!

Tips:
For more flavor, add a drizzle of sweet soy sauce or sriracha sauce.
For even more tender beef, marinate longer.
Substitute peppers, mushrooms, or bok choy for the broccoli to vary the vegetables.

Enjoy your meal!