Beef Udon Noodles (Printable Recipe)
Chewy udon and slices of beef team up with pepper sauce and fresh greens for a punchy, colorful bowl.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Udon and Vegetables
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2 packs udon noodles
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Chinese cabbage, chopped
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1 tablespoon garlic, minced
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1 white onion, thinly sliced
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Salt, to taste
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Sugar, to taste
→ Beef
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200 grams fresh beef, thinly sliced
→ Beef Marinade
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon oyster sauce
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1 teaspoon corn starch or potato starch, mixed with water to form a slurry
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1 teaspoon Chinese white rice vinegar
→ Black Pepper Sauce
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3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
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3 tablespoons water
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0.5 teaspoon potato starch
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Combine minced garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and starch slurry in a mixing bowl. Add thinly sliced beef, turn to evenly coat, and marinate for 10 minutes to tenderize and infuse flavour.
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Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add udon noodles and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until just loosened and resilient to the bite. Drain immediately and rinse under cold running water to maintain chewy texture.
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In a small bowl, blend dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, freshly ground black pepper, water, and potato starch until fully dissolved and smooth.
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Heat a wok over medium heat and add oil. Sauté minced garlic and sliced onions until soft and fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Introduce marinated beef and stir-fry, spreading thinly, until just browned.
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Pour prepared black pepper sauce around the perimeter of the wok. Stir gently over low heat until sauce thickens and becomes glossy, coating beef and onions evenly.
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Add drained udon noodles and chopped Chinese cabbage to the wok. Toss thoroughly to evenly coat with sauce. Season with salt and sugar as required. Mix briefly until greens are just wilted but still vibrant. Serve immediately.
# Extra Tips:
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Do not overcook udon noodles to retain their characteristic springy texture.
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Marinating beef with starch slurry ensures a velvety, tender finish.