🍝 Beef Stir-Fry Spaghetti

A flavorful fusion of Asian stir-fry and Italian pasta — tender beef, colorful veggies, and a savory sauce tossed with spaghetti.

🥩 Ingredients (2–3 servings)

For the Beef

• 250g beef (thinly sliced)

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic (minced)

• 1 tsp cornstarch (optional – for softness)

• 1 tsp oil

For the Stir-Fry

• 1 medium onion (sliced)

• 1 cup bell peppers (red/green – sliced)

• 1 medium carrot (julienned)

• 1 cup cabbage (shredded – optional)

• 2 garlic cloves (minced)

• 1 tsp ginger (minced)

For the Sauce

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp chili sauce or sriracha

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but recommended)

• 1 tbsp ketchup

• ½ tsp sugar

• ¼ cup water

For the Spaghetti

• 200g spaghetti (boiled)

• 1 tbsp oil

• Salt, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Marinate the Beef (5–10 min)

Mix:
✔ soy sauce
✔ pepper
✔ garlic
✔ cornstarch
✔ oil

Coat beef well and set aside.

2. Cook the Spaghetti

Boil the spaghetti until al dente.
Drain and toss with a little oil to prevent sticking.

3. Stir-Fry the Beef

Heat a wok on high flame.
Add 1 tbsp oil → add beef → stir-fry 3–4 minutes until browned.
Remove and set aside.

4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables

In the same wok:
Add onion → cook 1 minute
Add garlic + ginger
Add bell peppers, carrots & cabbage
Stir-fry 2–3 minutes (stay crispy)

5. Add the Sauce

Pour the sauce mixture into the veggies.
Cook 1 minute until slightly thick.

6. Combine Everything

Add back the beef
Add boiled spaghetti
Toss well on high flame for 1 minute
Adjust seasoning (soy sauce, pepper).

🍽️ Serve Hot!

Garnish with:
✔ spring onions
✔ sesame seeds
✔ chili flakes (optional)

⭐ Tips to Make It Perfect

• Slice beef very thin so it cooks fast.

• Cook on high heat for restaurant-style flavor.

• Don’t overcook veggies — keep them crunchy.

• Add a splash of stock or water if spaghetti feels dry.

🔄 Variations

• Spicy version: extra chili sauce

• Healthy version: use whole wheat spaghetti

• Creamy version: add 2 tbsp cream at the end

• Budget version: replace beef with chicken or eggs

❓ Q/A Section

Q: Can I use leftover spaghetti?

Yes! This recipe is perfect for leftover pasta.

Q: Which cut of beef is best?

Use sirloin, flank, or any thinly sliced boneless beef.

Q: Can I make this without oyster sauce?

Yes — replace with soy sauce + a little sugar.

Q: How to make it more saucy?

Increase water to ½ cup and add ½ tsp cornstarch slurry.

Q: Can I meal-prep this?

Yes, but keep noodles and stir-fry separate until heating.