Pad See Ew Stir-Fried Noodles with Chinese Broccoli and Beef
Wide rice noodles stir-fried with marinated beef, crisp Chinese broccoli, and a savory soy sauce blend for a classic Thai street food experience. This thai-inspired noodles ready in about 20 minutes pairs fresh or soaked wide rice noodles, beef sirloin, thinly sliced, Chinese broccoli (gai lan), chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz, fresh or soaked wide rice noodles
- 8 oz beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 cups Chinese broccoli (gai lan), chopped
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 8 oz thinly sliced beef sirloin and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the beef is mostly cooked but still tender.
- Step 3: Push the beef and garlic to one side of the wok, add 1 large beaten egg to the empty side, and scramble until just set, then mix with the beef.
- Step 4: Add 8 oz wide rice noodles and 2 cups chopped Chinese broccoli to the wok. Pour in 2 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp light soy sauce, and 1 tbsp oyster sauce. Toss everything together for 3-4 minutes until the noodles are hot and evenly coated and the broccoli is vibrant green but still crisp.
- Step 5: Season with 1/4 tsp white pepper, toss again, then remove from heat and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pad See Ew Stir-Fried Noodles with Chinese Broccoli and Beef take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Pad See Ew Stir-Fried Noodles with Chinese Broccoli and Beef?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef sirloin, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pad See Ew Stir-Fried Noodles with Chinese Broccoli and Beef?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Pad See Ew Stir-Fried Noodles with Chinese Broccoli and Beef for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Pad See Ew Stir-Fried Noodles with Chinese Broccoli and Beef?
Thai noodles like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
