Garlic Beef Stir-Fried Noodles
A quick stir-fried noodle dish like from a small eatery: tender beef, crunchy greens, and noodles coated in fragrant garlic sauce without complicated preparation. Get everything ready first, then stir-fry over high heat, and dinner will be as easy as ordering from the street.
Author
street_minh
Instructions
Boil the noodles for about 1 minute less than the package instructions, quickly rinse under cool water, then drain. Blanch the greens for 30 seconds if the stems are thick, then set aside.
💡 Tip: Drained noodles stir-fry better and won't stick in the pan.
About 8 min
Mix the beef with half of the garlic, 1/2 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of soy sauce, a bit of sugar, and pepper. Let the beef rest for 10 minutes while you cut the vegetables.
💡 Tip: Slice the beef very thin so it only needs a quick sear to become tender.
About 10 min
Heat the pan very well with 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the beef in a single layer, sear for 60-90 seconds until just browned on the edges, then transfer to a plate.
💡 Tip: Don't stir too long; the beef will go back in the pan at the end.
About 3 min
Add a little more oil if needed, sauté the remaining garlic until fragrant. Add the onion, carrot, and greens, stir-fry over high heat for 2 minutes until the vegetables are shiny and still crisp.
💡 Tip: Prepare the vegetables beforehand to avoid rushing when cooking.
About 4 min
Add the noodles, beef, remaining oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar to the pan. Stir quickly for 2-3 minutes until the sauce coats evenly, adjust seasoning, then sprinkle with green onions and pepper.
💡 Tip: If the pan is a bit dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of the noodle cooking water instead of adding more oil.
About 5 min
