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Beef Wide Noodle Stir-fry

25 min
520 kcal
2 servings

By eatmundo · August 3, 2026

Beef Wide Noodle Stir-fry🇹🇭

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A comforting Thai street food classic featuring broad, chewy rice noodles stir-fried with tender beef and Chinese broccoli in a savory, slightly sweet soy glaze. The high-heat wok tossing creates a signature smoky 'wok hei'.

According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Beef Wide Noodle Stir-fry from another cuisine is Tofu Egg Stir-Fry (Malaysia): the two share 57% of their ingredients.

Ingredients

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2 servings

How to Make It

  • 1

    Prepare the noodles by soaking or loosening them; if dried, follow package instructions to ensure they are soft but firm.

  • 2

    Heat a wok over high heat with 1 tablespoon of oil until smoking hot.

  • 3

    Sauté 3 cloves of minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add 200g of sliced beef and cook until just browned.

  • 4

    Push the beef aside and crack 1 egg into the pan, scrambling it quickly until set.

  • 5

    Add 300g of noodles and 100g of chopped Chinese broccoli, tossing rapidly to incorporate the ingredients.

  • 6

    Drizzle in 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of dark soy sauce.

  • 7

    Continue stir-frying on high heat for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the sauce caramelizes slightly onto the noodles.

  • 8

    Remove from heat when the broccoli is crisp-tender and the noodles have a glossy, browned finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beef Wide Noodle Stir-fry?

Beef Wide Noodle Stir-fry, known as Pad See Ew, is a Thai street food dish consisting of wide rice noodles, beef, egg, and Chinese broccoli stir-fried in a soy-based sauce. It is typically consumed as a quick lunch or dinner meal.

What is 'wok hei'?

It is the 'breath of the wok'—the smoky aroma achieved by cooking over very high heat.

Can I use thin noodles?

Pad See Ew is traditionally made with wide noodles for their unique chewy texture.

How do I prevent noodles from sticking?

Ensure your wok is very hot and the oil is well-distributed before adding the noodles.

Can I substitute the meat?

Yes, chicken or tofu works very well as a substitute for beef.

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