Irresistible Sticky Beef Noodles
These sticky beef noodles are a quick and easy comfort food that's packed with flavor. Tender ground beef is coated in a savory-sweet sauce and tossed with your favorite noodles for a satisfying and customizable meal.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Wok
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Colander
- Pot for boiling noodles
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 8 ounces dried egg noodles
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil and sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, beef broth, hoisin sauce, and sriracha until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked beef in the skillet.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring constantly, until it thickens and becomes glossy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the beef and sauce.
- Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated in the sticky sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
Notes
If the sauce becomes too thick, add a tablespoon or two of beef broth (or water) at a time until it reaches your desired consistency. If the sauce isn't thickening, mix another teaspoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water and add it to the sauce while it's simmering, stirring continuously until thickened. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or skillet, adding a splash of water or beef broth if needed. You can add vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or carrots to the skillet with the beef.