Pan-Fried Noodles
These satisfying Pan-Fried Noodles feature a flavorful sauce, fresh vegetables, and tender noodles. Ideal for a quick, family-friendly meal, this dish comes together in less than an hour.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sriracha optional
- 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey as an alternative
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 large carrots peeled and julienned
- 1 15- oz can baby corn drained
- 2 14.2- oz packages stir-fry noodles
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until fully browned. Once cooked, drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.
- In the same skillet, add the vegetable oil. Toss in the broccoli and carrots, stirring frequently, and cook for about 5 minutes or until the carrots begin to soften.
- While the vegetables cook, whisk together the soy sauce, sriracha (if using), honey, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, ginger paste, minced garlic, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture into the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine, and let the mixture simmer for 4 to 5 minutes. Then, add the baby corn and cooked beef back into the pan, mixing well.
- Add the stir-fry noodles to the pan and gently toss to coat. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes to allow the noodles to fry and absorb the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with optional sliced green onions and sesame seeds for an added touch of flavor and texture.
Notes
Ground Meat: You may substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or any other ground meat of your choice. Ground turkey is a great option for a lighter version of this dish.
Vegetable Variations: Feel free to incorporate additional vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers when adding the broccoli and carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.
Adjusting Spice: For those who prefer a milder dish, you can omit the sriracha or reduce the amount used. If you enjoy more heat, increase the sriracha according to your taste preference.
Vegetable Variations: Feel free to incorporate additional vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers when adding the broccoli and carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.
Adjusting Spice: For those who prefer a milder dish, you can omit the sriracha or reduce the amount used. If you enjoy more heat, increase the sriracha according to your taste preference.