Description
This Easy Skillet Beef and Broccoli Ramen recipe is a quick, one-pan noodle dinner combining tender thinly sliced beef, crisp broccoli, and ramen noodles tossed in a savory homemade sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s a flavorful and comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights. The dish features simple pantry ingredients, cooks entirely in a skillet, and delivers balanced nutrition with protein, veggies, and carbs in every bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 packages ramen noodles (about 6 ounces / 170 g total), seasoning packets discarded
- 1 pound beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced (450 g)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (about 150 g)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30 ml)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (5 g)
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce (80 ml)
- 1/4 cup beef broth (60 ml)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (25 g)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (8 g)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (15 ml)
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (10 g)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ramen Noodles: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook the ramen noodles according to package directions, typically 2–3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, and chili flakes (if using) until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced beef and cook 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned. Remove beef from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Broccoli: Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to skillet. Add broccoli florets and cook 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly tender but still crisp. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine the Ingredients: Return cooked beef to skillet. Add cooked ramen noodles and pour prepared sauce over everything.
- Simmer the Sauce: Toss ingredients together and allow sauce to simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened and coating the noodles.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds over the dish. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
- Avoid overcooking broccoli to maintain a bright green color and crisp texture.
- Cook over medium-high heat to quickly sear the beef and keep noodles from becoming soggy.
- Prepare all ingredients before cooking, as stir-frying moves quickly.
- Variations: add bell peppers, snow peas, or carrots for extra veggies; use chicken or shrimp instead of beef; increase spice with chili garlic sauce or extra chili flakes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet with a splash of broth or in the microwave in short intervals, stirring between.
- For a healthier version, use whole grain noodles, reduce sugar or salt, and add more vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: beef broccoli ramen, easy one pan dinner, quick skillet meal, ramen noodle recipe, beef stir fry, weeknight dinner, comforting skillet dinner
