Get ready to elevate your dinner game with the most irresistible comfort food that will have your family begging for seconds! This Creamy Beef and Broccoli Noodles recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal that combines the rich, tender beef, crisp broccoli, and luxuriously smooth sauce over perfectly cooked egg noodles. In just 40 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's so delicious, it'll become your new go-to weeknight dinner sensation!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing beef sirloin into thin strips, mincing garlic, and cutting broccoli into small florets. Season beef with salt and pepper.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 6-8 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving a small amount of pasta water.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil and sear beef strips in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes until browned on the outside but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and slightly crisp.
- Reduce heat to medium and pour in heavy cream and soy sauce. Stir to combine and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it starts to thicken.
- Return beef to the skillet and add cooked egg noodles. Toss everything together, coating noodles and beef with the creamy sauce. If sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or soy sauce as needed. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to ensure everything is heated through.
- Serve hot, garnishing with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy your creamy beef and broccoli noodles!
Tips
- Meat Preparation: Slice beef sirloin against the grain for maximum tenderness and ensure it's at room temperature before cooking to promote even searing.
- Searing Technique: Cook beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can cause steaming instead of proper browning. High heat is key for that perfect golden exterior.
- Broccoli Texture: Stir-fry broccoli just until bright green to maintain its crisp texture and nutritional value. Overcooking will make it mushy and dull.
- Sauce Consistency: If your sauce is too thick, use reserved pasta water to thin it out. This starchy liquid helps create a silky, clingy sauce that coats every noodle perfectly.
- Seasoning Tip: Taste and adjust seasonings at the end. The soy sauce and beef will add saltiness, so add additional salt sparingly.
- Optional Garnishes: Elevate the dish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra flavor and visual appeal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 550kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 38g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 160mg
