Description

Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles is a quick and savory skillet dish combining tender, thinly sliced flank steak with rich garlic butter sauce and perfectly coated ramen or udon noodles. Ready in just 20 minutes, this flavorful recipe delivers a satisfying meal that balances juicy steak with aromatic garlic and a hint of soy and Worcestershire sauces, garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.

Ingredients

Steak and Sauce Ingredients

1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Noodles

2 cups cooked noodles (ramen or udon preferred)

Garnish

Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced flank steak and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside to keep warm.
Sauté Garlic: Using the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant but not browned, which enhances the dish’s aroma and flavor.
Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: Add unsalted butter, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and ground black pepper to the skillet. Stir continuously until the butter is fully melted and the sauce ingredients are well combined, creating a rich and savory base.
Add Cooked Noodles: Incorporate the cooked ramen or udon noodles into the skillet. Toss thoroughly to coat the noodles evenly with the garlic butter sauce, ensuring every strand is flavorful.
Combine Steak and Noodles: Return the cooked steak to the skillet with the noodles. Toss everything together carefully, heating through while blending the steak flavors with the sauce and noodles for a harmonious combination.
Serve and Garnish: Serve the garlic butter steak noodles hot on plates or bowls. Garnish generously with fresh parsley to add a touch of freshness and vibrant color to the dish.

Notes

Flank steak is recommended for its tenderness and quick cooking time, but you can substitute with skirt steak or sirloin if preferred.
Use fresh minced garlic for the best flavor; avoid pre-minced garlic as it can be less aromatic.
Cook the noodles according to package instructions prior to preparing this dish; leftover noodles can also be used.
Adjust the amount of black pepper and soy sauce to taste for preferred spiciness and saltiness.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce and ensure the noodles are gluten-free.