Ingredients:
For the Beef Marinade:
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
For the Noodles:
- 8 ounces of your favorite noodles (such as udon, rice noodles, or egg noodles)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds and chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Marinate the Beef:
- In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and cornstarch.
- Allow the beef to marinate for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
2. Cook the Noodles:
- Cook the noodles according to the package instructions until they are al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and minced ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the thinly sliced red and yellow bell peppers, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot to the skillet.
- Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a plate and set them aside.
4. Cook the Beef:
- In the same skillet, add a bit more vegetable oil if needed.
- Add the marinated beef slices and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until they are cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
5. Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Combine and Finish:
- Return the cooked noodles and sautéed vegetables to the skillet.
- Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables.
- Add the cooked beef slices.
- Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
7. Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the beef and vegetable noodles with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and chopped cilantro, if desired.
8. Enjoy!
- Serve your homemade beef and vegetable noodles hot, and savor the delicious combination of flavors and textures.
This beef and vegetable noodles recipe offers a delightful mix of tender beef, crisp vegetables, and savory noodles in a flavorful sauce. It's a versatile dish, so feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables and noodles. Enjoy!