Pad See Ew with Beef and Chinese Broccoli

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Wide rice noodles stir-fried with tender beef, crisp Chinese broccoli, and a savory sweet soy sauce blend, a beloved Thai noodle dish. This thai-inspired noodles ready in about 40 minutes pairs fresh or soaked wide rice noodles, vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Thai cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: If using dried rice noodles, soak 8 oz in warm water for 30 minutes until pliable, then drain. If fresh, separate noodles gently before cooking.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until hot but not smoking. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  3. Step 3: Add 10 oz thinly sliced beef sirloin to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until beef is browned but still tender.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 2 cups chopped Chinese broccoli and stir-fry for 2 minutes until broccoli is bright green and slightly tender.
  5. Step 5: Add the drained noodles, then pour in 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp sugar. Stir-fry everything vigorously for 3-4 minutes until noodles are cooked through and sauce coats all ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1/4 tsp white pepper, toss again, then remove from heat and serve hot with optional chili flakes or lime wedges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pad See Ew with Beef and Chinese Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (30 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 with Beef and Chinese Broccoli?

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 vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pad See Ew with Beef and Chinese Broccoli?

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 with Beef and Chinese Broccoli 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 with Beef and Chinese Broccoli?

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.

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