20 Minute Garlic Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 People
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Calories
407 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Chinese, Asian-American Fusion
20 Minute Garlic Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein
Description
The 20 Minute Garlic Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein showcases thinly sliced flank steak cooked quickly over medium heat alongside minced garlic and shredded carrot to build a rich, aromatic base. Tender lo mein noodles and broccoli florets are boiled together, streamlining preparation and ensuring the broccoli is perfectly cooked yet crisp. The sauce, made by whisking brown sugar, reduced-sodium soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, and black pepper, coats the noodles and beef, delivering a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and subtle heat.
This stir-fry balances textures: the chewy noodles, tender beef, and crisp broccoli. Garnished with green onion and sesame seeds, it adds a mild crunch and fresh sharpness. The flavor profile leans on classic Asian pantry staples without overwhelming spice, making it suitable for diverse palates.
Serve this dish immediately after cooking to retain the freshness of the vegetables and tenderness of the steak. Its quick cooking time suits busy evenings, providing a wholesome meal with a blend of protein, vegetables, and carbs in one skillet.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces lo mein noodles or spaghetti noodles
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounce flank steak sliced against the grain
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 medium carrot shredded
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup soy sauce reduced-sodium
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- green onion for garnish
- sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot with boiling water, cook the noodles according to package directions. Add the broccoli the last 5 minutes of cooking and let them cook until tender. Drain the noodles and broccoli.
- Cut the flank steak across the grain in 1/4 inch strips.
- While the pasta is cooking, add olive oil to a medium sized skillet. Cook the steak until no longer pink.
- Add the garlic, and carrots and cook for a minute more.
- In a small bowl whisk together the brown sugar soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper and pepper.
- Add the spaghetti to the skillet and pour the sauce on top and toss until incorporated.
- Garnish with chopped green onion and sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 407 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 407kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 760mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 465mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 425IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 61.5mg | 68% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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