Beef Chow Mein Recipe
If you're craving something savory, quick, and comforting, this Beef Chow Mein Recipe is the perfect solution.
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1/2 lb flank steak thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp water
For the Chow Mein:
- 6 oz chow mein noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 onion sliced
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup julienned carrots
- 1/2 bell pepper sliced
- 2 green onions chopped
Instructions
- Marinate beef with soy and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Boil noodles. Drain. Rinse with cold water.
- Mix all sauce ingredients in one bowl.
- Heat wok. Add oil. Sear beef. Remove.
- Sauté garlic, onion, and all veggies till soft.
- Toss in noodles. Add sauce. Stir quickly.
- Return beef. Combine everything evenly. Heat through.
- Top with green onions. Serve hot and fresh.
Notes
- Slice beef thin for faster, even cooking.
- Use high heat for stir-frying always.
- Do not overcook noodles — keep them firm.
- Prep all ingredients before starting the stove.
- Customize with mushrooms, baby corn, or bean sprouts.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use sesame seeds for added crunch and aroma.