Garlic Beef Noodle Bowls – an Asian style noodle bowl with lots of garlic, that is ready in just minutes! Great for busy nights.
We just got back from a quick weekend in Wisconsin. It was a long drive for a weekend, but it was worth it. We had my grandpa’s funeral on Saturday and spread his (and my grandma’s) ashes afterwards. We looked at flights, but it was at least $600 a person for us to fly. So we drove the 14 hours each way.
We have done that drive many times, so it wasn’t horrible, but usually we are there for longer, so it doesn’t seem as bad. Are you a road trip family? Or will you fly no matter what the cost? I really wanted to fly, but when I added it up, I just couldn’t do it! Last minute prices are just brutal.
I am kind of excited for these garlic beef noodle bowls today. I have made these noodle bowls a few times for my family, and they absolutely love them. Anything with garlic and soy sauce is kind of a hit at our house; Chow Mein Noodles with Chicken is on repeat around here.
What noodles you use, is pretty much up to you. I used udon noodles this time, but you can use lo mein, linguine, Chinese egg noodles, or pretty much anything. Costco sells a package of udon noodles in their refrigerated section, we love them. It comes with 6 small packages of noodles inside. I use 4 of them to make this recipe. They cook in about 2 minutes, so are perfect for a quick and easy dinner. If you have Lo Mein on hand you can also make Chicken Lo Mein for an easy dinner.
I love dinner that is ready in minutes. These garlic beef noodle bowls come together in about 15 minutes, which is perfect for busy weeknights. Slicing the beef takes the most amount of time. Depending on the noodles you use, they can be done in anything from 2-10 minutes. Don’t have noodles? Try Mongolian Beef.
While they cook, you make the beef. Then mix it all together for a minute before you serve. Sometimes Asian style recipes can call for hard to find ingredients, but this uses only things you will find in your local grocery store. Soy sauce and sesame oil are the most “exotic” ingredients called for. Even with common ingredients, you get a super flavorful and delicious dinner. I have made this at least 3 times already, and it is already being requested again.
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Some of my favorite kitchen items to use in this recipe are:
Pots and Pans – A good set of pots and pans is a must! You want the food to cook evenly, and the pans to last for years and years! I have had these Calphalon Comtempory pans for many years, and I will love them.
- 2 Tbls olive oil
- 1 pound skirt steak , cut into thin strips
- 4 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger , minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 Tbls brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 8 oz noodles (udon, lo mein, linguine etc)
- 2 Tbls sliced green onions
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
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Cook noodles according to package directions.
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In a small bowl mix together brown sugar, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir until well combined. Set aside
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Heat oil over high heat in a large skillet. Once hot, add beef strips. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until beef is browned.
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Add garlic and ginger to the pan, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add soy sauce mixture to the pan. Bring to a simmer, and cook for 3-5 minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
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Add cooked noodles to the pan, stir to coat.
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Sprinkle green onions and sesame seeds over the pan to serve.
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Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
Sorry you guys weren’t able to fly, but SO glad you were able to attend your grandfather’s funeral. I hope it was a beautiful service. <3 These noodle bowls look absolutely delicious!! Garlic beef plus noodles is my idea of dinner winning! Thank you so much for including my Honey Ginger Garlic Chicken Carrot Noodle Bowls in your "other recipes you might like"! I'm honored. Cheers to a wonderful weekend!
P.s. while I prefer to fly, at that price I would have driven too!
Erin S says
Thank you Cheyanne! The drive wasn’t too bad, we broke it up some. Definitely worth saving the money!
Desiree says
Thank you for sharing this recipe…it was sooo good … definitely make it with low sodium soy sauce next time tho …it was a bit salty for us.
Patti says
I made this tonight for dinner. The grandkids loved it. Ask if we could have it again tomorrow.
Erin S says
That is great Patti! Thanks for letting me know! It is on the menu here tomorrow night too!
Lora says
Based on the picture, do you pull-apart the steak strips a bit?
Erin S says
I like to slice the steak and then just cook it. You can cut it in chunks, bite size strips or whatever size you like – it will all work great. Enjoy!
Jennifer says
Just made this for the first time and it was SO delicious! I added some crushed red peppers flakes for a little spice. Thanks for sharing!
paisley says
how many does this feed?
Erin S says
4-5 depending on serving size.
Leah says
While my husband and I loved it… my kids not so much. I added some broccoli to the recipe, it was delicious. I will be making this again, even if my kids were/are not fans.
Leah says
While it’s a shame about their passing, why on earth are you posting about your dead grandparents when it literally has nothing to do with this dish?
It’s creepy and extremely off putting.
If you need to vent about their passing do it somewhere more appropriate, not on a food/recipe page.
Erin S says
This is a blog, not the the Food Network website. So I get to write about my life and what is going on at the time. I pay to maintain the website and all the costs associated with it. I get to pick what is write about. And of the whole post there is 2 sentences? Skip it if you don’t want to read it.
Leah says
I understand that, but if you felt the need to talk about them then why not make a blog entry just about your grandparents? It would be more tactful.
Linda says
Leah- You are extremely rude. I find you creepy and off putting. If you need to vent about your dislike do it inside your own head where it’s more appropriate.
Leah says
No, I would’ve been rude if I said something like “no one cares about your grandparents passing, just tell us the recipe.” I didn’t though, I expressed my condolences and simply stated my opinion that there are more respectful/tactful ways to talk about your family members passing than writing about it in a food blog entry.
I appreciate you copying me though.
Myriah says
You go girl! Your recipe is great & so are you. Post whatever you wish on your great site!
lauren says
I had to double the recipe as I am feeling two teenage boys and three others. We all loved it even my picky 6 year. It was quick and easy to make thank you for a wonderful recipe
Jess says
My five-year-old and I enjoyed making this dish! She asks for asian-inspsired dishes all the time. Trouble is, she gets hives just looking at peanuts. So finding a recipe made with simple ingredients we can track to the source (unlike hoisin, fish, or oyster sauce) is essential to her wellbeing. The whole family loved the noodles and I’m sure it’s a dish she’ll make to safely satisfy her lo mein cravings well into the future. Thank you for posting!
Erin S says
So glad your daughter loved it! Thanks!! I have done quite a few Asian recipes (some have peanut butter, some just have peanuts on top you could leave off, some would be safe). If you are looking for more Asian recipes, you might want to see if she finds any others she is interested in. https://dinnersdishesanddesserts.com/better-than-take-out-asian-recipes/
Judy Reamy says
Delicious and easy recipe. Please ignore the ignorant…My condolences on your loss. Thanks for sharing.
Erin S says
Thank you!! So glad you enjoyed it!
Ben says
Substituted honey for the brown sugar and added some sriracha for a kick. Going to try using rice noodles next time. Yum!
Hazel says
I want to add some blanched broccoli to this dish. Should I make I little extra sauce OR is amount in recipe sufficient to coat all the ingredients? The picture looks so appetizing; I’m gonna make it today.
Erin S says
Hazel, You will probably be fine with the sauce. But my family tends to like things extra saucey, so I would probably make just a little bit extra to mix in. Enjoy!
Hazel says
Erin, thank you so much for responding. I added about 1 1/2 cups of blanched broccoli florets and I increased sauce by half and it was sufficient coverage. It was very yummy. Thank you for recipe.
Kristy Bernardo says
Where in Wisconsin? That’s where I grew up. 🙂
I’m craving these noodles, they look so yummy!
Erin S says
Fun! I grew up right outside of Madison, you?
Jennifer Farley says
I need to make this for dinner tonight!
Jennifer Blake says
Love those asian flavors!
Suzy says
This is all the comfort!
Suzy says
And five stars! What a recipe!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
Such a perfect weeknight dinner! Love all that garlic!
Alyssa | EverydayMaven says
Love this dish! My kids are so excited about it!