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Sticky Hoisin Beef Noodles

  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir‑Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian / Chinese-inspired
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A quick and easy stir‑fry featuring tender ground beef, chewy noodles, crisp vegetables and a sticky, savory-sweet hoisin sauce.


Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb (450 g) extra-lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large carrot, shredded or julienned
  • 1 cup shredded bok choy (or Napa cabbage)
  • 9 oz (≈255 g) ramen noodles
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Cook noodles per package until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in wok/skillet over high heat. Add beef, spread in pan, cook untouched ~5 min until charred.
  3. Flip beef to break up and stir.
  4. Add onion; cook 1 min, then garlic; cook 30 sec until fragrant.
  5. Add bok choy and carrot; cook another minute until just softened.
  6. Turn off heat. Add noodles then oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar and sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly.
  7. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in airtight container for 3–4 days; reheat in skillet with splash of water.
  • Don’t freeze; noodles & bok choy get soggy.
  • Swap ground beef with pork, turkey, chicken or thinly sliced steak.
  • Use any stir-fry veggies: bell pepper, mushrooms, snow peas, broccoli, etc.