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Flavorful Sesame Garlic Beef and Broccoli Noodles

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A quick and easy 30-minute dinner featuring tender beef, crisp broccoli, and chewy egg noodles tossed in a savory sesame garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets (or frozen if needed)
  • 8 ounces egg noodles (or soba, udon, rice noodles)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thinly
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Vegetable oil or canola oil for stir-frying

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 12 ounces of flank steak against the grain into bite-sized strips. Toss with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and a small pinch of black pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 8 ounces egg noodles according to package instructions (6-8 minutes) until al dente. Drain and toss with a drizzle of oil to prevent sticking.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil, 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using. Set aside.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Stir-fry 3 cups broccoli florets for 4-5 minutes until bright green and just tender. Remove broccoli to a plate.
  5. Add another tablespoon of oil if needed and increase heat to high. Stir-fry marinated beef strips in a single layer for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  6. Return broccoli to the skillet with the beef. Pour the sauce over and toss to coat. Add cooked noodles and gently toss until everything is heated through and evenly coated, about 2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and an extra drizzle of toasted sesame oil if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming the beef. Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness. Frozen broccoli can be used but avoid overcooking to keep crunch. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or broth. Optionally add oyster sauce or toasted sesame seeds for richer flavor.

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Keywords: sesame garlic beef, beef and broccoli noodles, quick dinner, easy stir-fry, weeknight meal, sesame oil, garlic sauce, egg noodles

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