Description
This Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner combining tender flank steak, crisp broccoli, and perfectly cooked ramen noodles tossed in a savory Asian-inspired sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy stir fry that delivers comforting, satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces ramen noodles (discard seasoning)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnishes
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Prepare the ramen noodles according to the package instructions without using the seasoning packets. Once cooked, drain them well and set aside for later use.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Set the sauce mixture aside.
- Sear Beef: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced flank steak in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the beef is nicely browned on one side. Flip or stir briefly as needed, then remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Broccoli: In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets along with a splash of water to create steam. Stir-fry the broccoli for about 3 to 4 minutes until it becomes tender-crisp, maintaining some bite and vibrant color.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the broccoli and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring constantly until fragrant but not burnt.
- Combine and Toss: Return the seared beef to the skillet. Add the cooked ramen noodles and pour the prepared sauce over everything. Toss all the ingredients together and continue cooking for 2 to 3 more minutes until everything is heated through and well coated with the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish the stir fry with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry.
Notes
- You can substitute frozen broccoli florets if fresh broccoli isn’t available; just adjust cooking time slightly.
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free ramen noodles.
- This dish cooks quickly, so prepare and measure all ingredients before starting to ensure smooth cooking.
- Thinly slicing the flank steak against the grain helps keep the beef tender.
