Asparagus Beef Lo Mein

Name: Asparagus Beef Lo Mein
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 beef top sirloin steak (1 pound), cut into thin strips; 2 packages (3 ounces each) beef ramen noodles; 2/3 cup hoisin sauce; 2-1/4 cups water, divided; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-1/2-inch pieces; 1 small garlic clove, minced

This springtime beef lo mein recipe is as easy as it gets. Ramen noodles make it extra fun. —Dottie Wanat, Modesto, California

Ingredients

1 beef top sirloin steak (1 pound), cut into thin strips
2 packages (3 ounces each) beef ramen noodles
2/3 cup hoisin sauce
2-1/4 cups water, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-1/2-inch pieces
1 small garlic clove, minced

Directions

Toss beef with 1/2 teaspoon seasoning from a ramen seasoning packet (discard remaining opened packet). In a small bowl, mix hoisin sauce and 1/4 cup water.
In a saucepan, bring remaining water to a boil. Add noodles and contents of the unopened seasoning packet; cook, uncovered, 3 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, until noodles are tender.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry beef until browned, 3-4 minutes. Remove from pan.
In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry asparagus with garlic until crisp-tender, 1-3 minutes. Stir in hoisin sauce mixture; bring to a boil. Cook until slightly thickened. Stir in beef; heat through. Serve over noodles.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 511 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 1367mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 31g protein.

Originally published as Beef and Asparagus Stir-Fry in Quick Cooking May/June 2005

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scard

Aug 6, 2019

I made this last night and it was delicious. I made it in an electic skillet and followed the recipe as written. Dinner was on the table in 20 minutes. And no leftovers
Kara Webber Schiro

Jun 4, 2018

Overall really good, however the hoisin got to be a little too sweet. Will try it again maybe by adding Soy Sauce or Stir fry sauce with the hoisin to tone it down a little.
Appy_Girl

Apr 3, 2018

Thanks to some helpful reviews I was able to make a healthier version of this recipe. I discarded the seasoning packet and used Au Jus to cook the noodles in. I also added some sliced carrots for extra points. Layer by layer this recipe came together in a flash using just one skillet. For the meat I used left over Prime Rib. Super easy and super tasty.Taste Of Home VFE
lshaw

Feb 23, 2018

I was worried that the meat would end up tough and chewy as it has for other stir-fries I've done; however, it turned out quite tender-Yay!! This meal came together like a 30-Minute Meal, which is beneficial since I work a stressful full-time job. Overall, we liked it quite a lot. I thought the hoisin sauce from my store was a bit too sweet. I also added about 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper to bring up the spice factor. Made a very attractive presentation on a large platter.
meaganteal

Oct 11, 2014

Me and my husband liked it, but the kids thought the sauce on the mixture wasn't good (they are 3 and 7, so they have picky taste buds). I only used on pack of ramen, and that was plenty for us.
chawks80

Feb 1, 2014

quick and easy, will make again
lovecooking86

Nov 21, 2013

This was an awesome dish hubby and kids loved it will definitely make again...butIt's not hard to understand ladies use 1/2 tsp of one packet then throw away....THEN...use the other packet for the rest of the recipe just read it carefully
sugarradish

Jun 10, 2012

My husband really likes this dish. I make it with brocolli and it turns out really good.
katlaydee3

Oct 4, 2011

I really liked this dish and will definitely make again. I served it with egg rolls.
Janice Gillette

Sep 21, 2008

Whenever I fix Ramen soup, I only use about half of the seasoning packet because it's so full of salt. Try it, it's just fine without the whole packet.