Description
Succulent slices of flank steak are quickly seared and tossed with tender noodles in a rich garlic butter sauce, accented by soy, oyster, and Worcestershire for deep umami flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, this Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles recipe is an irresistible quick-fix meal packed with bold tastes and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Protein & Noodles
- 8 oz flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 8 oz egg noodles or ramen noodles, cooked according to package instructions
Sauce & Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Garnishes
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the thinly sliced flank steak in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes until browned and just cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan—cook in batches if needed. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic & Aromatics: In the same skillet with the steak drippings, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant but not browned. If desired, add the red pepper flakes and cook for another 15 seconds to release their heat.
- Build the Sauce: Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and honey to the skillet. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Season with salt and black pepper, and simmer for 1 minute until the sauce is slightly thickened.
- Toss Noodles & Steak: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss well to coat them in the garlic butter sauce. Return the reserved steak slices and any accumulated juices to the pan. Gently toss everything together so the steak is coated evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish & Serve: Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring gently, until everything is heated through. Remove from heat and garnish generously with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if using. Serve immediately while hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use any quick-cooking noodle you prefer; ramen and egg noodles work well.
- Thinly slicing steak ensures even, quick cooking and tender results.
- For extra heat, increase the red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce.
- If desired, add quick-cooking vegetables (like snap peas or bell peppers) with the garlic for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1350mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 148mg
