How do you make beef and noodles?

Just brown your protein (beef), stir-fry some veggies, cook or soak your noodles, and toss it all together in a flavorful sauce. This one-pan method keeps it fast and simple.

What’s the best beef to use for noodles?

Flank steak or rump steak sliced thin against the grain is great. You can also use ground beef or leftover roast beef to save time and money.

How do you make beef tips and noodles tender?

If you’re using beef tips or stew meat, cook low and slow—or slice them thinly and stir-fry quickly like in this recipe. Cutting against the grain is key!

What can I make with ground beef and noodles?

So many options! Try this stir fry, or switch it up into taco noodles, stroganoff, or a cheesy noodle bake. Ground beef is a weeknight hero!

Sticky Beef & Noodles – 30-Minute Easy One-Pan Dinner

Description

This Sticky Beef & Noodles recipe is a quick and satisfying one-pan dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Tender strips of beef are stir-fried with crisp veggies and tossed in a sweet and savory sauce that clings beautifully to soft noodles. Minimal cleanup, maximum flavor!

Ingredients

Scale

For the stir fry:

1 tbsp vegetable oil

400g beef (stir-fry strips, flank, or rump – sliced thinly against the grain)

1 small head of broccoli, cut into florets

150g green beans or sugar snap peas

250g dried egg noodles (or straight-to-wok noodles)

For the sticky sauce:

4 tbsp dark soy sauce (reduced sodium if preferred)

4 tbsp oyster sauce

2 tbsp honey

1 tbsp tomato ketchup

3 cloves garlic, crushed

1 tsp grated ginger (fresh or jarred)

To garnish (optional):

3 spring onions, thinly sliced

Sesame seeds or chili flakes

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together all the sauce ingredients and set aside.
Place the dried noodles in a bowl, cover with boiling water, and top with a plate. Soak for about 5 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick frying pan or wok over high heat. Add the beef strips and cook for 4–5 minutes, until browned and just cooked through.
Add the broccoli and green beans (or sugar snap peas) to the pan. Stir-fry for another 4–5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
Drain the noodles and add them to the pan along with the sauce. Stir everything together until well coated and heated through, about 2 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with spring onions and optional sesame seeds or chili flakes.

Notes

For a shortcut, use pre-cooked straight-to-wok noodles.

Swap green beans for bell peppers or carrots for variety.

Add a splash of chili oil for a spicier version.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: Per Serving
Calories: 480 kcal
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 55mg

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