Garlic Ginger Beef Noodle Bowls

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I don’t know who has longer than 30 minutes to make dinner on a weekday, but it’s not this mom of five. I started this food blog when my second child was six months old because I knew that cooking easy, healthy, delicious meals didn’t need to be difficult, even in the midst of a very busy season of having two kids under two. If you’ve been here for a while you’ll know that you will find meals that don’t take long to make but are filled with flavor, like Thai basil beef. You’ll also find recipes that require just 10-15 minutes of prep before cooking in the slow cooker like chicken burrito bowls or do most of their cooking in the oven like my lemon artichoke chicken thighs. There’s something here for everyone, on every budget, with any amount of time to cook. In this season of life with five young kids, I don’t want to spend all my time in the kitchen. I want quick meals that they can help me with and flavorful options that my whole family will love. These beef noodle bowls are ready in about 30 minutes. I marinate the beef in the morning for maximum flavor and cook it come dinnertime and serve with noodles and plenty of roasted peppers. Feel free to serve this beef with any vegetable you like.

Ingredients for Garlic Ginger Beef Noodle Bowls

• Flank steak: about 2 lbs. is perfect, but you can easily double this recipe to feed a larger family or make as a meal prep option. This amount of marinade is perfect for 2 lbs. of steak, so double the marinade if using more.
• Fresh garlic: I know it can be a pain to mince garlic sometimes, but that is key for this recipe to really pack a flavor punch.
• Fresh ginger: Same notes as the garlic! We are grating it for this recipe, which there are fancy tools for or you can use a box grater.
• Soy sauce: For an Asian twist and umami flavor.
• Sriracha sauce: For the spicy aspect of these “sweet and spicy” bowls.
• Brown sugar: For a hint of sweet. This also helps the edges of the steak caramelize and for the marinade to thicken in the skillet and turn into a really delicious sauce.
• Lime juice: A little citrus gives such bright flavor to any dish.
• Sesame oil: We are using sesame oil both in the marinade and for cooking.
• Olive oil: Also used in the marinade.
• Salt: A must, always.
• Bell peppers: I’m using bell peppers in this recipe as a vegetable side, but you could also use broccoli, zucchini, carrots, snap peas, or a combination of anything that you have on hand.
• Vermicelli noodles: These cook quickly and are delicious! They help soak up that sweet and spicy sauce.
• Fresh cilantro and basil: This is optional, but I love to finely chop these herbs to sprinkle on top to add even more flavor and finish the dish.

How to Make Garlic Ginger Beef Noodle Bowls

• First, marinate your steak. I do this step in the morning for maximum flavor. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, Sriracha sauce, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and salt. Mix to combine.
• Slice the flank steak and cut into about 2-inch pieces and place in a Ziploc bag or in a container that can be covered. Pour the marinade over the meat and mix or toss to combine. Seal the bag or cover the container and place in the refrigerator.
• When ready to cook, heat the remaining sesame oil in a skillet. Cook the flank steak until browned on both sides, which should only take a few minutes. Work in batches, being careful not to crowd the pan.
• While the steak is cooking, cook the noodles according to package directions.
• Once all the steak is cooked, pour the marinade into the skillet and simmer for a few minutes until thickened. Drizzle the sauce over the cooked steak.
• Wipe out the skillet and add some olive oil. Add your bell peppers (or other veggies of choice) and season with salt.
• Assemble your bowls! In a bowl place the noodles, steak, and bell peppers. Top the bowl with finely chopped cilantro and basil and enjoy!

Flank steak is a great way to incorporate lean protein into your diet that has so many health benefits, like 10 essential nutrients that help support a heart healthy lifestyle. In addition to protein, beef has zinc, iron, and B-vitamins. Just 3 oz. of beef provides 25 grams of protein! A 30-minute dinner like these garlic ginger beef noodle bowls is the perfect way to incorporate these essential nutrients into your diet in a truly delicious way. This recipe is great anytime you need a quick dinner, but the leftovers also reheat so well making this recipe great for meal prep. Comment below if you try this recipe and be sure to check out my other beef recipes!