If you’re craving a quick, flavorful meal, this Beef Broccoli Lo Mein is just the dish for you. Tender flank steak, crisp broccoli, and perfectly cooked noodles come together in a savory sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin, and a touch of brown sugar. This recipe is easy to make and delivers restaurant-quality lo mein right at home. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a special dinner, this dish is sure to satisfy!

What You’ll Need

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Lo mein noodles or spaghetti noodles
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 12 ounces flank steak
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 1 medium carrot shredded
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• ¼ tsp ground ginger
• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• ¼ tsp pepper

Equipment I Used

• Frying Pan
• Stockpot
• Colander
• Cutting Board
• Mixing Bowls
• Spatula
• Pasta Server
• Measuring Cups and Spoons

How to Make It

Cook the Noodles and Broccoli

In a large pot of boiling water, cook 8 ounces of lo mein or spaghetti noodles according to the package instructions. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add 3 cups of broccoli florets to the pot. Drain both the noodles and broccoli, and set aside. Note: I opted out of the noodles to make this a low-carb option.

Prepare the Steak

While the noodles are cooking, cut 12 ounces of flank steak into ¼-inch strips against the grain. This helps ensure tenderness.

Cook the Steak

Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak strips and cook until the steak is browned and no longer pink in the center, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.

Sauté Garlic and Carrots

In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 shredded carrot. Cook for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant and the carrots begin to soften. (I also added some celery for extra crunch and flavor)

Make the Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp hoisin sauce, 2 tsp sesame oil, ¼ tsp ground ginger, ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, and ¼ tsp black pepper until well combined.

Combine Everything

Return the steak to the skillet with the garlic and carrots. Add the drained noodles and broccoli, then pour the sauce over the top. Toss everything together until the noodles, steak, and vegetables are well coated in the sauce.