Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry
Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry
🍜 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry is a delicious twist on the classic Chinese takeout favorite. Tender steak, crisp broccoli, and slurpable ramen noodles are coated in a rich, flavorful homemade stir fry sauce — all made in one pan in just 30 minutes!
Perfect for weeknights, picky eaters, or when you want big flavor fast.
⏱️ Quick Breakdown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
- One-Pan Meal: Yes
🛒 Ingredients
🔸 For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ⅓ cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tbsp grated ginger
- ⅛ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for heat)
🔸 For the Stir Fry:
- 2 (3 oz) packs of ramen noodles (discard seasoning)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 lb sirloin steak, sliced thin against the grain (or flank steak)
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- ½ cup water
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk soy sauce and cornstarch until smooth. Then add beef broth, honey, hoisin, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir and set aside.
2. Cook the Ramen
Boil noodles for 2–3 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Toss with 1 tsp sesame oil to prevent sticking.
3. Cook the Steak
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season steak with salt and pepper.
Cook undisturbed for 3 minutes to sear, then stir and cook for another 2 minutes until cooked through.
Remove steak and drain grease if needed.
4. Steam the Broccoli
Add remaining olive oil and broccoli to the pan. Pour in ½ cup water, cover, and steam for 2 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Combine Everything
Return steak and noodles to the pan.
Pour in the prepared sauce.
Toss with tongs to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1–2 minutes more until warmed through.
6. Serve
Garnish with sesame seeds and serve hot!
🌟 Recipe Tips & Variations
| Tip/Swap | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Flank steak instead of sirloin | Works just as well if sliced thinly |
| Frozen broccoli | Use if fresh isn’t available (thaw first) |
| Chicken or tofu | Great alternatives to beef |
| Udon noodles | Swap for ramen for a thicker noodle bite |
| More veggies | Add bell peppers, onions, or carrots |
| Spicy kick | Increase red pepper or add sriracha |
🥡 Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat or microwave with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
🧮 Nutrition (Per Serving – Approx.)
- Calories: 428
- Protein: 26g
- Carbs: 38g
- Fat: 19g
- Sodium: 1585mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 10g
Note: Nutrition may vary based on brands and substitutions.
⭐ Final Thoughts
If you love quick, restaurant-style dinners with pantry-friendly ingredients, this Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry will quickly become a go-to favorite. It’s bold, satisfying, and oh-so-slurpable. 🥢
Make it tonight and watch it disappear—no leftovers guaranteed!