Fried Rice Noodles with Beef and Broccolini

Steps

1. 1

   In a large bowl, cover the dried rice sticks with hot tap water. Soak until pliable but still slightly firm in the center, usually 15 to 20 minutes; do not use boiling water, and do not soak until fully tender. Drain well.

   Start 20-minute timer
2. 2

   In a medium bowl, toss the thinly sliced beef with cornstarch, about 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and about 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine. Set aside while preparing the remaining ingredients.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce and Shaoxing wine with the oyster sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and white pepper. Keep the seasoning mixture near the stove.

4. 4

   Heat a 12- to 14-inch wok over high heat until very hot. Add about 1 tablespoon of the neutral oil and swirl to coat the cooking surface.

5. 5

   Add the beef in a single layer. Stir-fry until browned on the outside and just barely cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the beef to a plate.

   Start 3-minute timer
6. 6

   Add another tablespoon of oil to the hot wok. Add the Broccolini and stir-fry until bright green and crisp-tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer it to the plate with the beef.

   Start 4-minute timer
7. 7

   Add the remaining oil to the wok. Add the garlic, ginger, and sliced scallion whites. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds, taking care not to scorch the garlic.

   Start 30-second timer
8. 8

   Add the drained rice noodles to the wok. Toss and stir-fry until they begin to soften and pick up some color, about 2 minutes.

   Start 2-minute timer
9. 9

   Return the beef and Broccolini to the wok. Toss briefly to distribute them through the noodles.

10. 10

    Pour the seasoning mixture down the sides of the wok rather than directly onto the food. Let it run onto the hot surface so it sizzles, caramelizes, and coats the noodles as you toss everything continuously.

11. 11

    Continue stir-frying until the noodles are tender, glossy, and evenly seasoned, about 2 to 4 minutes. They should absorb the additional moisture from the sauce without becoming mushy.

    Start 4-minute timer
12. 12

    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Scatter the scallion greens over the noodles and serve immediately.