"This takeout classic is beloved for a reason: It’s mild, satisfying and dependable The chewy noodles and tender beef make for a weeknight dinner that won’t send you back to the fridge, snooping for a snack before bedtime What makes this version better than the one from your neighborhood spot..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 (8-ounce) package lo mein noodles
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Salt
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3 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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1/4 cup dark brown sugar
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2 tablespoons canola or grapeseed oil
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1 pound chuck or rib steak, thinly sliced against the grain
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1 (1-inch) piece of ginger, peeled and cut into rounds
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
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1 head broccoli, cut into small florets (about 3 heaping cups)
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2 carrots, shredded
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3 scallions or green onions, thinly sliced
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2 to 3 teaspoons sesame oil (optional)
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1 lime, cut in wedges, for serving