Description
Savor the irresistible Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein, a delightful fusion of tender meat and crisp vegetables dancing with rich, savory sauce. Comfort meets convenience in this quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) flank steak or sirloin
- 16 ounces (454 grams) spaghetti or lo mein noodles
- 16 ounces (454 grams) broccoli florets
Protein and Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/8 cup diced garlic
- 1/8 cup diced ginger
Sauce and Slurry:
- 3/4 cup low-sodium dark soy sauce
- 1/2 cup honey or brown sugar
- 1/2 cup oyster sauce
- 1/8 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon browning sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
- Prepare lo mein noodles according to package directions, ensuring they are al dente. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Create a complex sauce by whisking soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and rice wine vinegar in a mixing container. Blend cold water with cornstarch to form a smooth slurry, then incorporate into the sauce mixture.
- Tenderize beef strips with a marinade of soy sauce, cornstarch, rice wine vinegar, and ginger powder. Allow to rest for minimum 30 minutes to enhance flavor absorption.
- Heat sesame oil in a wok at high temperature. Quickly sear marinated beef until edges caramelize and meat reaches desired doneness. Transfer to a separate plate.
- Without cleaning the wok, sauté aromatic ingredients – onions, garlic, and ginger – until fragrant and translucent. Introduce broccoli florets, stir-frying rapidly to maintain crisp texture.
- Incorporate cooked noodles into the vegetable mixture, gradually pouring prepared sauce while continuously tossing to ensure uniform coating.
- Reintroduce seared beef into the wok, gently combining all components. Simmer for 2 minutes to harmonize flavors and temperatures.
- Plate immediately while steaming hot, ensuring a vibrant presentation of tender beef, crisp vegetables, and glossy noodles.
Notes
- Maximize flavor by marinating beef for at least an hour, allowing the ginger and soy sauce to deeply penetrate the meat for more intense taste.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting regular noodles with rice noodles or zucchini noodles, and using tamari instead of traditional soy sauce.
- Control spice levels by adding red pepper flakes or sriracha for those who enjoy heat, making the dish adaptable to different palate preferences.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to ensure quick cooking, keeping the wok hot and preventing overcooking of beef and broccoli, which can make them tough and lose their vibrant textures.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 90 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg