Ramen Stir Fry

Ingredients

• 2 packages ramen noodles (don’t use the instant "cup noodles," see notes below)
• Vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons minced ginger
• 2 scallions, sliced (greens and whites separated)
• 2 cups broccoli florets (small bite-sized florets)
• 2 cups thinly sliced red bell peppers
• Sesame seeds for garnish
• 1 pound sirloin steak (thinly sliced against the grain)
• Stir fry sauce
• 1 teaspoon baking soda (do not substitute)
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch (do not substitute)
• 2 teaspoons light soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon oyster sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon Chinese Shaoxing cooking wine (or dry sherry)
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with all the marinade ingredients until evenly coated. Let it marinade for about 20 minutes on your countertop.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, make the stir fry sauce for the linked recipe directions. Should take less than 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Cook the noodles over the stovetop according to package directions, but undercook by 1 minute. Drain and rinse through cold water to stop the cooking process, and set aside. The noodles will finish cooking later.

4. 4

   Par-cook broccoli: In the same skillet you’ll use for the stir fry, par-cook the broccoli florets with about 2 to 3 tablespoons of water, about 3 minutes, until bright green and semi-tender. Cover with a lid to allow it to steam. Remove from skillet and set aside.

5. 5

   Sear beef: In the same skillet, heat vegetable or canola oil over HIGH heat. Once hot, cook the marinated beef for just 1 minute per side until seared. Don’t overcrowd, do it in batches if needed. Remove from skillet and set aside.

6. 6

   Stir fry veggies and aromatics: In the same skillet over high heat, add a few more drizzles of oil. Add bell peppers and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Then add the ginger, garlic, green onions (white part) and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Return broccoli and stir fry for another 1 to 2 minutes until crisp tender.

7. 7

   Bring everything together: Return beef and noodles. Add the stir fry sauce, adjusting the quantity to taste (I use about ¼ to ⅓ cup). Toss to combine for another 1 minute until incorporated.

8. 8

   Garnish with sesame seeds and the green part of the scallions. Enjoy!