Savory Sticky Beef Noodles
🍜 Sticky Beef Noodles
When you need a quick dinner that’s big on flavor, Sticky Beef Noodles hit the spot. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish features tender, crispy beef, colorful vegetables, and springy egg noodles tossed in a glossy sweet-savory sauce with a mild heat. Perfect for busy nights, impressive enough to feel like takeout at home.
Juicy sirloin, crisp bell peppers, and a rich soy-lime glaze combine to create a deeply satisfying, umami-packed meal that’s easy to make and hard to resist. Follow the steps below to bring this Asian-inspired favorite to your table.
🥩 Ingredients & Their Purpose
| Category | Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Beef | Sirloin steak, thinly sliced | 14 oz |
| Coating | Cornstarch | 2 tbsp |
| Seasoning | Salt | ¼ tsp |
| Black pepper | ¼ tsp | |
| Stir-Fry | Vegetable oil | 2 tbsp (divided) |
| Red bell pepper, sliced | 1 | |
| Broccoli florets | 7 oz | |
| Garlic, minced | 3 cloves | |
| Ginger, minced | 2 tsp | |
| Sauce | Lime juice | 6 tbsp |
| Dark soy sauce | 6 tbsp | |
| Sugar | 6 tbsp | |
| Heat | Red chilies, finely chopped | 1–2 (to taste) |
| Freshness | Spring onions, sliced into 2 cm pieces | 4 |
| Noodles & Toppings | Fresh egg noodles | 14 oz |
| Chili flakes | To taste | |
| Extra chopped chilies | To taste | |
| Extra spring onions | To taste |
🔪 Cooking Instructions
1. Prepare the Beef
Coat the sliced sirloin with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. This step helps keep the beef juicy while giving it a lightly crisp finish.
2. Sear the Beef
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the beef for 2–3 minutes until browned and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. Stir-Fry the Vegetables
Add the remaining oil to the pan. Cook the bell pepper and broccoli for 3–4 minutes until just tender. Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until aromatic.
4. Prepare the Sauce
Mix lime juice, dark soy sauce, and sugar until fully dissolved. This forms the sticky, sweet-and-savory sauce.
5. Bring It Together
Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the sauce, then add chilies and spring onions. Stir well until everything is evenly coated and the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Add the Noodles
Add the egg noodles and toss until warmed through and fully coated in the glossy sauce.
7. Finish & Serve
Garnish with chili flakes, extra chilies, and spring onions. Serve immediately while hot and sticky.
