Beef Yaki Udon Recipe

 

Indulge in this delicious and flavorful Beef Yaki Udon, a Japanese stir-fried noodle dish that's quick, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners.

 

Ingredients:

 

For the main dish:

 

•1 medium onion, sliced

•2-3 cloves garlic, minced

•400g - 600g fresh Udon noodles

•Spring onions, chopped

•Cabbage

•Bean sprouts

 

 

For the sauce:

•2 tbsp light soy sauce

•2 tbsp dark soy sauce

•2 tbsp oyster sauce

•1 tbsp sesame oil

•1 tbsp honey

•1 tbsp mirin

•Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

 

 

For the beef marinade:

•2 tbsp of the mixed sauce

•1 tsp cornstarch

•1/2 tsp baking powder

•1 tbsp water

•1 tbsp oil

•Thinly sliced beef (around 300g)

 

 

Instructions:

 

1. Prepare the Beef Marinade

 

Combine 2 tablespoons of the mixed sauce, cornstarch, baking powder, water, and oil in a bowl.

 

Add the sliced beef, ensuring it's evenly coated. Let it marinate for 20 minutes.

 

 

2. Stir-Fry the Vegetables

 

Heat a pan or wok with a little oil over medium-high heat.

 

Add the onions, garlic, spring onions, cabbage, and bean sprouts. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.

 

Remove the vegetables from the pan and set aside.

 

 

3. Cook the Beef

 

In the same pan, add the marinated beef. Sear it on high heat for 2-3 minutes until browned.

 

Add a small amount of water to the beef and let it simmer briefly until the liquid thickens slightly.

 

 

4. Add the Udon Noodles

 

Toss the fresh Udon noodles into the pan with the beef. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes to combine.

 

 

5. Add the Sauce

 

Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and beef. Mix everything well, ensuring the sauce coats the noodles evenly.

 

 

6. Finish with Vegetables

 

Return the stir-fried vegetables to the pan. Toss everything together for another 2 minutes until heated through.

 

Add bean sprouts just before serving for extra crunch.