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Surf & Turf Noodle Stir-Fry

A quick and flavorful weeknight meal that combines steak, shrimp, and noodles in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy families.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the stir-fry
  • 8 oz noodles (lo mein, egg noodles, or rice noodles)
  • 10–12 oz flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 10–12 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets, small
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
  • 3 pieces green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, but lovely)
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar or honey
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Sesame seeds and cilantro or chopped green onion for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving
Marinade for steak and shrimp
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • Pinch of black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice steak thinly against the grain and toss the shrimp with the quick marinade (soy, sesame oil, cornstarch, pepper).
  2. Mince garlic and ginger. Chop veggies so they’re bite-sized.
  3. Cook the noodles per package directions, rinse under cold water, and toss with a tiny drizzle of oil to prevent sticking.
Make the stir-fry sauce
  1. In a small bowl combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin (if using), rice vinegar (or lime juice), sesame oil, sugar (or honey).
  2. Taste — it should be a balanced mix of salty, tangy, and slightly sweet.
Cook the steak
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add steak in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  3. Remove steak and set aside.
Cook the shrimp
  1. Add another tablespoon of oil if needed.
  2. Add shrimp and cook 30–60 seconds per side until just opaque.
  3. Remove and set aside with the steak.
Stir-fry the vegetables
  1. In the same hot pan, toss in the white parts of the green onion, garlic, and ginger.
  2. Cook for 20–30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add bell pepper, broccoli, and snap peas, and stir-fry for 2–4 minutes until crisp-tender.
Combine everything
  1. Return steak and shrimp to the pan.
  2. Add cooked noodles and pour the sauce over.
  3. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat.
  4. If the sauce needs thickening, stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another minute until glossy.
Final touches and serving
  1. Taste and adjust salt or acidity (a squeeze of lime brightens everything).
  2. Top with the green parts of the sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if you like.
  3. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For convenience, use frozen lo mein noodles or make rice noodles if you’re avoiding gluten. If you want heat, drizzle chili oil or add sliced fresh chiles when serving.