Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein Better Than Takeout
This Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein recipe delivers a restaurant-quality experience at home, surpassing takeout with its tender marinated beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and perfectly balanced sauce. It's a quick and easy weeknight meal that's both comforting and flavorful, making you ditch the delivery apps for good.
Equipment
- Wok or large skillet
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Tongs or spatula
- Pot for cooking noodles
- Colander
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 4 cups broccoli florets, fresh
- 1 pound lo mein noodles, fresh or dried
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with 2 tablespoons soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Toss to coat and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes (if using), and water. Set aside.
- Cook the lo mein noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and swirl to coat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the wok and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the wok. Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the wok and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Return the cooked beef to the wok. Pour in the prepared sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Add the cooked lo mein noodles to the wok and toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for another minute or two, until everything is heated through.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use toasted sesame oil. If you don't have sirloin, flank steak or skirt steak can be substituted. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add a splash of rice vinegar for brightness or garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added flavor and visual appeal. Other vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or snap peas can be added.