Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Protein & Noodles
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8 oz flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
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8 oz egg noodles or ramen noodles, cooked according to package instructions
→ Sauce & Aromatics
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon honey
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon salt
→ Garnishes
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¼ cup green onions, sliced
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
# Instructions:
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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.
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In the same skillet with the steak drippings, reduce 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 using, add the red pepper flakes and cook for another 15 seconds.
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Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and honey to the skillet. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Season with salt and black pepper, then simmer for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
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Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss until thoroughly coated in the garlic butter sauce. Return the steak slices to the pan, along with any accumulated juices. Gently toss to combine and coat the steak with the sauce.
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Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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For a low-carb alternative, substitute the noodles with zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.
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You can easily swap the flank steak with chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a different protein option.
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Adjust the spice level to your preference by adding more or less red pepper flakes.