Name: Homemade Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp cornstarch; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional); 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey; 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice; 1 tsp cornstarch; 1/3 cup water or beef broth; 8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti); 2 cups broccoli florets; 1 tbsp vegetable or sesame oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional); 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish); Sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Description

Homemade Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein is a quick, flavor-packed noodle dish that’s better than takeout! Tender strips of beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and chewy lo mein noodles are tossed in a savory soy-based sauce with garlic and sesame for the perfect weeknight dinner — ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Beef Marinade:

1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil

For the Sauce:

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
1 tsp cornstarch
1/3 cup water or beef broth

For the Stir Fry:

8 oz lo mein noodles (or spaghetti)
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tbsp vegetable or sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Instructions

Marinate the beef:
In a bowl, toss sliced beef with soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside for 10–15 minutes.
Cook the noodles:
Boil noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse in cold water, and set aside.
Make the sauce:
Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin, sugar, vinegar, cornstarch, and water in a small bowl. Set aside.
Cook the beef:
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add beef in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
Stir-fry vegetables:
In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Add garlic and ginger, stir-fry 30 seconds. Toss in broccoli and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp (add a splash of water to steam if needed).
Combine & finish:
Add noodles, beef, and sauce to the pan. Toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until coated and heated through.
Serve:
Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot!

Notes

Swap broccoli for snow peas, carrots, or bell peppers. For a spicier version, add a dash of sriracha or red pepper flakes. Great for meal prep — store in airtight containers up to 4 days. Use gluten-free noodles and tamari for a GF version.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes