Beef Chow Fun (Beef & Noodles Stir Fry)

It’s no secret that I happen to believe I live in the best neighborhood on earth. But a little known fact on the blog is that I also believe I live next to a Chinese restaurant with the best takeout on earth. Let’s just say…they know me there by name.

My order history there would show that I tend to stay loyal to a handful of favorite dishes. Fried rice is a must. Anything moo shoo is always a winner. And egg drop soup is a given. But this winter, I have been rekindling my love for an old favorite I used to love — Beef Chow Fun. It’s a traditional beef and noodles dish tossed with the most delicious stir-fry sauce. And it always hits the spot.

So while I will forever be a fan of ordering it as takeout, this winter I decided it was time to learn how to make my beloved beef chow fun homemade. Join me!

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Beef Chow Fun (Beef & Noodle Stir Fry)

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• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 4 -6 servings

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Description

Chinese beef chow fun features tender beef and noodles in the most delicious stir-fry sauce.

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Ingredients

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Marinated Beef Ingredients:

• 8 ounces flank steak, thinly sliced into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Stir-Fry Sauce Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Stir-Fry Ingredients:

• 8 ounces uncooked wide rice noodles
• 3 tablespoons oil, divided
• 1 medium onion, thickly sliced
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 cup (about 2 ounces) mung bean sprouts

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Instructions

1. Marinate the beef. Combine all of the marinated beef ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and toss until the beef is evenly coated. Let the mixture for at least 10 minutes.
2. Prepare the stir-fry sauce. Meanwhile, whisk together the stir-fry sauce ingredients in a small mixing bowl until combined.
3. Prepare the noodles. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain until ready to use.
4. Stir-fry the beef. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer (you may need to do this in two batches, depending on the size of the pan) and cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes per side until the beef seared and tender. Transfer the beef to a clean plate and set aside.
5. Stir-fry the veggies. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
6. Combine. Add the green onions, bean sprouts, cooked noodles and cooked beef. Toss until the ingredients are evenly combined. Remove pan from heat. Taste and season with additional soy sauce, if needed.
7. Serve. Serve warm and enjoy!

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Notes

Recipe update: This recipe is slightly adapted from The Woks of Life and Pups with Chopsticks, and was updated in 2023.