Description
This Beef Broccoli Ramen features tender beef sirloin, vibrant broccoli, and perfectly cooked ramen noodles, all tossed in a savory sauce. It’s a quick and satisfying meal, ideal for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz ramen noodles
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat.
- Add the ramen noodles to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-4 minutes, until they are tender but still firm (al dente).
- Once cooked, drain the noodles in a colander and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced beef with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well to coat the beef evenly.
- Let the beef marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- While the beef is marinating, prepare the broccoli. If using fresh broccoli, cut it into small florets. If using frozen, simply measure out 2 cups.
- In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and blanch the broccoli florets for about 2 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender.
- Immediately transfer the broccoli to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the marinated beef in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; you may need to cook the beef in batches.
- Cook the beef for about 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the blanched broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, beef broth, sesame oil, and sugar until well combined.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the broccoli and garlic. Bring to a simmer.
- Allow the sauce to cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked beef back into the skillet with the broccoli and sauce. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Next, add the cooked ramen noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together gently, ensuring the noodles are well coated with the sauce and mixed with the beef and broccoli.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the noodles to heat through and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
- Once everything is heated through, remove the skillet from the heat.
- Serve the beef broccoli ramen hot, garnished with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the vegetables by adding bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes