Description
Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry combines classic Asian flavors with quick weeknight convenience. Home cooks can enjoy this simple, satisfying meal packed with savory protein and fresh vegetables you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 packs instant ramen (discard seasoning packets)
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- ¼ cup (60 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsps oyster sauce
- 2 tbsps vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup (60 ml) beef broth or water
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Noodle Preparation: Gently boil ramen noodles just short of package instructions, maintaining a firm texture. Drain and set aside for later integration.
- Beef Preparation: Dust beef slices with cornstarch to create a golden, crispy exterior during cooking.
- Meat Searing: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with oil. Strategically place beef slices, allowing 2-3 minutes per side to develop a rich caramelized surface. Transfer seared meat to a separate plate.
- Vegetable Sautéing: In the same pan, add oil and broccoli florets. Stir-fry vigorously for 3-4 minutes until achieving a vibrant, crisp-tender consistency. Quickly introduce minced garlic and grated ginger, releasing their aromatic profile for 30 seconds.
- Sauce Creation: Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and beef broth into a harmonious, flavor-packed liquid.
- Final Fusion: Combine reserved beef and prepared noodles in the skillet. Pour sauce over ingredients, ensuring thorough coating. Simmer for 2 minutes to meld flavors completely.
- Garnishing and Serving: Sprinkle chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds across the dish. Serve immediately while piping hot for maximum flavor and texture.
Notes
- Manage Noodle Texture: Cook ramen just under package time to prevent mushiness, maintaining a delightful al dente bite that holds up during stir-frying.
- Cornstarch Coating Technique: Lightly dust beef with cornstarch to create a beautiful golden crust, ensuring meat remains tender and develops rich caramelization during high-heat cooking.
- Sauce Balance Mastery: Whisk sauce ingredients thoroughly to blend sweet, salty, and spicy notes, tasting and adjusting proportions for a perfectly harmonized flavor profile that complements the beef and broccoli.
- Quick Cooking Strategy: Work with high heat and minimal cooking time to preserve broccoli’s vibrant green color and crisp texture, preventing overcooking that leads to mushy, dull vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 505
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 59 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg