Description
A flavorful and easy Honey Soy Beef and Noodles recipe featuring tender sliced beef, savory soy-honey sauce, and crisp vegetables tossed with rice or lo mein noodles for a satisfying Asian-inspired main course.
Ingredients
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Proteins
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
Noodles
- 8 ounces rice noodles or lo mein noodles
Oils and Sauces
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cups snap peas or broccoli florets
- 2 green onions, sliced
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Prepare the rice or lo mein noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then set aside.
- Coat the Beef: In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced beef with cornstarch to coat evenly. This will help thicken the sauce and give the beef a nice texture.
- Sear the Beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef slices in a single layer and sear each side for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, add sesame oil followed by the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, chili flakes (if using), and beef broth. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors and slightly reduce.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add snap peas or broccoli florets to the pan and cook for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
- Combine Beef and Sauce: Return the seared beef to the pan, tossing it in the sauce to coat thoroughly and heat through.
- Toss with Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until the noodles are well coated with sauce and warmed through.
- Garnish and Serve: Plate the dish and garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Swap in chicken or tofu for the beef if preferred for a different protein option.
- Add bell peppers, carrots, or baby corn to increase the vegetable variety and color.
- Use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of broth to keep the noodles moist.
