Crispy Beef Chow Mein with Chili Sauce
Tender beef and fresh vegetables tossed with crispy chow mein noodles in a savory soy glaze, served with tangy chili sauce for dipping. Ready in under 20 minutes, one skillet, no fussy technique.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- ½ lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 5 oz crispy chow mein noodles
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell pepper, snap peas, carrot), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- ½ cup chili sauce (sriracha, sambal, or store-bought chili sauce for serving)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over high heat until it shimmers, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add beef slices and cook without stirring for 90 seconds until the bottom browns, then toss and cook another 90 seconds until no pink shows.
- 3
Push beef to the side, add vegetables, and stir-fry for 3 minutes until crisp-tender and edges char slightly.
- 4
Crumble noodles into the skillet, then pour soy sauce and sesame oil over everything and toss until coated, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Divide between bowls and serve with chili sauce on the side for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or wok
- tongs or spatula
- 2 serving bowls
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