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Savory Ground Beef Noodle Stir Fry Recipe for Quick Delicious Meals

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Learn how to make delicious ground beef noodle stir fry. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces egg noodles (or any wide noodle you like)
  • 1 pound ground beef, preferably grass-fed for richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or olive oil if you prefer)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mix of red and green for color)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup snap peas or green beans, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional, but adds depth)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions, chopped, for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil (optional, for finishing)

Substitution tips: If you can’t find egg noodles, wide rice noodles or even spaghetti work well. For a vegetarian twist, swap the ground beef for crumbled tofu or mushrooms. And if oyster sauce isn’t your thing, a splash of hoisin or a bit more soy sauce can fill in nicely.

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until just tender, usually about 6-8 minutes. Drain and set aside, tossing with a little oil to keep them from sticking. I remember Mama Lu always saying, “Don’t let those noodles get lonely—keep ’em moving.”
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. When shimmering, add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary—Mama Lu’s hands were strong, but she was smart about trimming the fat.
  3. Add the minced garlic, sliced onion, and grated ginger to the beef. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the onions soften and the kitchen fills with that warm, inviting aroma.
  4. Toss in the bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes, keeping the veggies crisp-tender. I always think of those summer days shelling peas with my grandmother—fresh and vibrant, just like these vegetables.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper. Pour this sauce over the beef and veggies, stirring to coat everything evenly. Let it cook for another 2 minutes so the flavors meld—just like how family stories meld over shared meals.
  6. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Using tongs or two large spoons, gently toss everything together, making sure the noodles soak up all that savory goodness. This step always feels a little like magic—simple ingredients turning into something unforgettable.
  7. Turn off the heat and drizzle the toasted sesame oil over the stir fry, tossing once more. Sprinkle chopped green onions on top for a fresh, bright finish. Mama Lu always said, “A little green makes everything pretty—and tastier, too.”
  8. Serve hot, straight from the skillet, and enjoy the comfort of a meal that warms your soul and fills your belly.

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