Beef and Broccoli Noodles are a fast and flavorful weeknight dinner made with tender beef, broccoli, noodles, and savory sauce. Ready in 20 minutes.
Beef and Broccoli Noodles (Quick 20 Minute Dinner)
These beef and broccoli noodles are the perfect fast dinner for busy nights. Tender beef, crisp broccoli, chewy noodles, and a savory sauce come together in one pan for a comforting meal everyone loves.
If you love classic beef and broccoli takeout but want something heartier, adding noodles changes everything. They soak up all that delicious sauce and make the dish extra satisfying.
Best of all, this easy dinner is ready in about 20 minutes, making it ideal for weeknights when nobody wants to wait.
Why You’ll Love These Beef and Broccoli Noodles
- Ready in 20 minutes
- One-pan dinner
- Better than takeout
- Kid-friendly meal
- Easy to customize with vegetables
- Noodles soak up the savory sauce
My favorite part is how little prep is needed. The only items that really need chopping are the beef, broccoli, garlic, and ginger.
That means less time prepping and more time eating, which is always the right direction.
Easy Ingredient Shortcuts
Want to save even more time? Buy pre-cut broccoli florets and thinly sliced beef. Dinner gets even faster.
Use fresh noodles, ramen noodles, lo mein noodles, spaghetti, or whatever you have in the pantry.
Vegetable Swaps
Not a fan of broccoli? No worries. Swap in carrots, onions, bell peppers, snap peas, mushrooms, cauliflower, or whatever vegetables need using up.
This recipe is flexible, forgiving, and perfect for cleaning out the fridge.
Better Than Rice?
A lot of beef and broccoli dishes are served with rice, but noodles make this version extra cozy. They catch every drop of sauce and turn a classic stir fry into full comfort food.
Who doesn’t love eating noodles from a bowl? One of life’s great pleasures.
I hope you can try these delicious beef and broccoli noodles at home. If you do, please upload a pic on Instagram and tag me @Livingsweetmoments or use the hashtag #LivingSweet.
Beef And Broccoli Noodles
Ingredients
For Stir-Fry
- 1 lb flank steak thinly sliced
- 1 head broccoli cut into florets
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 oz egg noodles
For Sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3/4 cup low-sodium beef stock or chicken stock
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds optional
- Green onions optional
Instructions
Make Sauce
- In small bowl whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, brown sugar, and stock until smooth. Set aside.
Cook Broccoli + Noodles
- Bring large pot salted water to boil.
- Add broccoli and cook 30 seconds. Remove and rinse under cold water.
- In same pot cook noodles according to package directions. Drain.
Stir Fry Beef
- Heat sesame oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add beef and cook 3 to 4 minutes until browned.
- Add garlic and ginger. Cook 1 minute.
Finish
- Pour in sauce and cook 2 minutes until thickened.
- Add noodles and broccoli. Toss until coated and heated through.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Freeze beef for 20 minutes before slicing for thinner strips.
- Swap broccoli for snap peas, peppers, carrots, or mushrooms.
- Use ramen, lo mein, spaghetti, or rice noodles if needed.
- Add sriracha or chili flakes for heat.
Nutrition
Beef and Broccoli Noodles FAQs
What noodles work best for beef and broccoli noodles?
Lo mein noodles, ramen noodles, spaghetti, udon, or egg noodles all work well.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes. Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in a skillet with a splash of water.
What cut of beef should I use?
Flank steak, sirloin, skirt steak, or thin sliced stir fry beef are great choices.
Can I make it spicy?
Absolutely. Add chili flakes, sriracha, or chili garlic sauce.
Can I use frozen broccoli?
Yes. Thaw first or cook a little longer in the pan.
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