Introduction

This super easy one-pan chilli beef is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender slices of beef sizzle steak coated in cornflour are cooked with vibrant vegetables and a spicy, tangy sauce. Tossed with straight-to-wok noodles, this dish comes together in no time and packs a delicious punch.

A round white pan filled with thick, pale yellow noodles mixed with thin dark brown strips of cooked beef and bright red slices of bell pepper, all coated in a shiny sauce. The noodles and beef are sprinkled with small white sesame seeds. The pan rests on a beige wooden board on top of a white marbled surface covered with a dark green cloth. In the background, there is a clear green glass of water. A small part of a white plate with some of the noodles and beef is visible at the bottom left corner, with a silver fork on the plate. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

320g Morrisons British Beef Sizzle Steak, sliced

4 tbsp cornflour

5 tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil

1 onion, thinly sliced

2 red peppers, sliced

8 spring onions, sliced

1 red chilli, sliced

3 garlic cloves, crushed or finely grated

Thumb-sized piece of ginger, finely grated

4 tbsp sweet chilli sauce

2 tbsp tomato ketchup

2 tbsp white wine or rice wine vinegar

2 tbsp dark soy sauce

600g straight-to-wok noodles

Toasted sesame seeds, to serve (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Put the beef in a large bowl and toss it with the cornflour and ½ teaspoon each of salt and ground black pepper to coat evenly.

Step 2: Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium heat. Fry the beef until crispy and golden, then remove it from the pan and set it aside. Keep the oil in the pan for cooking the vegetables.

Step 3: Add the sliced onion and red peppers to the pan and fry for a few minutes until they start to soften.

Step 4: Stir in the spring onions, red chilli, garlic, and ginger and cook for another two minutes to release their flavors.

Step 5: Add the sweet chilli sauce, tomato ketchup, vinegar, and soy sauce. Mix everything well and cook for 1 minute to combine the flavors.

Step 6: Mix in the noodles and the crispy beef, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until everything is heated through and well coated in sauce.

Step 7: Serve the chilli beef in bowls and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Tips & Variations

Use a wok if possible for even cooking and easier tossing of ingredients.

Substitute the sizzle steak with thinly sliced chicken or pork for a variation.

Add more fresh chilli or a dash of chilli flakes if you like the dish spicier.

For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and check that your noodles are gluten-free.

To add crunch, toss in some chopped peanuts or cashews just before serving.

FAQs

Can I prepare this dish in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the beef and vegetables ahead of time and store them separately. Combine and cook with the noodles just before serving for best results.

What noodles work best for this recipe?

Straight-to-wok noodles or fresh egg noodles work best because they cook quickly and absorb the sauce nicely. You can also use rice noodles if preferred, just adjust cooking time as needed.