Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry transforms takeout favorite into 30-minute weeknight magic.

Thinly sliced flank steak, crisp broccoli florets, and ramen noodles swim in glossy garlic-ginger sauce serves 4 with perfect saucy-to-noodle ratio.

Why This Recipe Works

  • Thin beef sear: High heat flash-cook preserves tenderness without chewiness.
  • Broccoli steam trick: Water + lid creates crisp-tender perfect texture.
  • Ramen upgrade: Discarded packets + fresh sauce elevate college staple.
  • Cornstarch slurry: Creates glossy restaurant-thick sauce cling.
  • Sesame finish: Toasted oil adds authentic wok-char aroma.

Ingredients & Prep

Stir Fry:
1 lb flank steak, sliced ultra-thin against grain
6 cups broccoli florets
2 packages ramen noodles (3 oz each, discard seasoning)
2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Sauce:
⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup beef broth
3 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
½ tsp black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Cook ramen 2-3 minutes until just tender; drain + rinse cold water.
  2. Steam broccoli in skillet with 2 tbsp water + lid 4 minutes; remove.
  3. Sear beef in 1 tbsp hot oil 2 minutes per side; remove.
  4. Sauté garlic + ginger 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Whisk sauce ingredients; pour into hot pan.
  6. Simmer 2 minutes until thickened + glossy.
  7. Toss beef, broccoli, ramen in sauce 1 minute. Garnish sesame seeds.
Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry Recipe

Flavor Variations

Variation KeyAdd/SwapResulting Twist
Sesame BeefExtra sesame + srirachaSpicy restaurant
Ginger ScallionTriple ginger + green onionsFresh wok burst
Mushroom UmamiShiitake + oyster sauceMeaty vegetarian
Hoisin HoneyHoisin + honeySticky Cantonese

Storage Tips

Refrigerate airtight 4 days; sauce soaks noodles beautifully. Reheat stovetop with splash water. Freeze 2 months; undercook noodles slightly.

FAQs

Beef tough? Slice frozen 20 minutes + paper-thin against grain.
Sauce thin? Simmer extra 2 minutes or cornstarch slurry boost.
Noodles mushy? Slightly undercook + cold rinse stops cooking.

Conclusion

Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry delivers glossy takeout bliss at home saucy, slurpy, 30-minute perfection.

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Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry Recipe

Beef and Broccoli Ramen Stir Fry transforms pantry staple instant ramen into restaurant-quality takeout with tender flank steak slices, crisp broccoli florets, and glossy savory-sweet garlic ginger sauce. Perfect 20-minute weeknight dinner better than delivery.

  • Author: ssam
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against grain
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 packages ramen noodles (6 oz total, discard seasoning)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Sauce:
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup beef broth
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar

Instructions

  • 1. Whisk sauce ingredients (soy through vinegar) in small bowl. Mix cornstarch and water separately for slurry.
  • 2. Cook ramen noodles 2 minutes in boiling water. Drain, rinse cold water, toss with ½ tsp sesame oil. Set aside.
  • 3. Heat 1 tbsp oil in large skillet or wok over high. Add broccoli and ¼ cup water; cover 2 minutes until bright green crisp-tender. Remove to plate.
  • 4. Pat beef dry. Heat remaining 1 tbsp oil over high. Sear beef 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Push to sides.
  • 5. Add garlic and ginger to center; stir 30 seconds. Pour in sauce; boil 1 minute. Stir in slurry; thicken 30 seconds.
  • 6. Add noodles, broccoli, half green onions. Toss to coat 1 minute. Serve garnished with remaining green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Slice flank steak paper-thin against grain; partially freeze 20 minutes first.
  • High heat and dry pan essential for proper wok hei sear.
  • Oyster sauce mandatory for authentic umami depth.
  • Rice noodles or udon perfect substitutes.
  • Leftovers excellent; sauce absorbs into noodles overnight.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1¼ cups
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 1260mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: beef broccoli ramen stir fry, ramen noodle stir fry, takeout fakeout beef broccoli

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