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Jessica Morgan

Beef Chow Mein: Discover This Easy Stir-Fry Recipe!

Beef Chow Mein is a delicious and easy stir-fry recipe featuring tender flank steak and a variety of colorful vegetables, all tossed with savory sauces and cooked noodles.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup bell pepper sliced (any color)
  • 1 cup carrots julienned
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 8 ounces chow mein noodles cooked according to package instructions

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the sliced flank steak, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Add the garlic, ginger, and green onions to the skillet and stir-fry for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Return the beef to the skillet, then add the cooked chow mein noodles, oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and sesame oil. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add water chestnuts or snap peas during the vegetable stir-fry.
  • To make it spicier, add a teaspoon of chili paste or red pepper flakes when cooking the beef.

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