How to Make Spicy Beef and Broccoli Chow Mein - A Step-by-Step Guide

Have you ever craved delicious and flavorful Chinese takeout, but wanted to make it at home instead? Look no further than this recipe for Spicy Beef and Broccoli Chow Mein. This satisfying dish combines tender strips of beef, vibrant broccoli, and flavorful chow mein noodles tossed in a spicy and savory sauce, creating a mouthwatering meal that rivals your favorite Chinese restaurant.

What sets this recipe apart is the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients. The beef is marinated in a...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons chile sauce (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ pound thinly-cut flat iron steaks
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 6 ounces dried chow mein noodles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or more as needed
  • ¼ white onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, red wine vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, honey, chile sauce, and black pepper together in a bowl until marinade is smooth. Brush marinade onto steak strips and broccoli, reserving some for the noodles. Refrigerate for 4 hours to overnight.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook chow mein noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 3 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a wok or deep skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion for 3 minutes. Add garlic and beef-broccoli mixture; cook and stir until beef is cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Add noodles and reserved marinade; toss using tongs and cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    672 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 164mg
    • Sodium: 2885mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 66g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 46mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 353mg