Garlic Beef Noodles

Method

1. 01
   Step 1Marinate the beef18 min

   Toss the beef with the marinade ingredients and marinate for 15–20 minutes.

   Sirloin steakSoy sauceExtra virgin olive oilGarlic powderBlack pepper
2. 02
   Step 2Cook the pasta

   Cook the pasta to shy of al dente, reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.

   Note

   Only reserve pasta water if you may need it to loosen the sauce.

   SpaghettiPasta water
3. 03
   Step 3Whisk the sauce

   Whisk the sauce ingredients together, except for the cornstarch slurry.

   Beef stockSoy sauceOyster sauceBrown sugarShaoxing wineRice vinegarToasted sesame oil
4. 04
   Step 4Cook the vegetables

   Heat some oil in a large wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the vegetables to your liking, then remove and set aside.

   Bell pepperCremini mushroomScallionOnionVegetable oil
5. 05
   Step 5Sear the beef

   Add oil to the same pan. Sear the beef in batches, about 1–2 minutes only per side. Remove and set aside.

   Sirloin steakVegetable oil
6. 06
   Step 6Sauté garlic and ginger38s

   Reduce heat to medium. Add more oil, then sauté the garlic and ginger for 30–45 seconds.

   GarlicGingerVegetable oil
7. 07
   Step 7Simmer the sauce4 min

   Pour in the sauce and simmer for 3–5 minutes.

   Beef stockSoy sauceOyster sauceBrown sugarShaoxing wineRice vinegarToasted sesame oil
8. 08
   Step 8Thicken with slurry

   On medium-low heat, add the cornstarch slurry while stirring. Bring down to low heat until the sauce turns glossy.

   CornstarchWater
9. 09
   Step 9Toss the noodles2m 30s

   Add the spaghetti and toss for 2–3 minutes until glossy.

   Spaghetti
10. 10
    Step 10Return beef and vegetables1m 30s

    Return the beef and vegetables, add the green onions, and toss for 1–2 minutes until the beef is cooked through. Loosen with reserved pasta water if needed.

    Sirloin steakBell pepperCremini mushroomScallionOnionPasta water