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Beef Chow Mein Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish featuring tender beef and crispy vegetables tossed with noodles.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb beef sirloin, flank steak, or ribeye, thinly sliced against the grain

Noodles

  • 8 oz chow mein noodles or egg noodles, fresh or dried

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced (any color)
  • 1 cup snow peas or snap peas, trimmed
  • 2 medium carrots, julienned or thinly sliced

Sauces & Oils

  • 2-3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free version)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional, for added sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 0.5 cup beef broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for sweetness)

Garnishes

  • 2 green onions chopped, for garnish
  • optional Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook beef until browned, then remove and set aside.
  • Add onions, garlic, and ginger; stir-fry until fragrant. Add vegetables and cook until tender-crisp.
  • Return beef to the skillet, add sauces, broth, and sugar; toss to combine and heat through.
  • Cook noodles separately according to package instructions, then add to the skillet and toss well.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free noodles.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Beef