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Simple Black Pepper Beef Udon Recipe

Simple Black Pepper Beef Udon Recipe

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Tender beef, chewy udon noodles, and a flavorful black pepper sauce come together in this quick and delicious stir-fry recipe. Perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week!

Ingredients

Udon Noodles:

  • 2 packs udon noodles

Marinated Beef Ingredients:

  • 200g fresh beef, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp cornstarch or potato starch + water (for slurry)
  • 1 tsp Chinese white rice vinegar

Black Pepper Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
  • 3 tbsp water
  • 1/2 tsp potato starch

Other Ingredients:

  • Chinese cabbage (or any leafy green)
  • 1 tbsp garlic, minced
  • 1 white onion, sliced
  • Salt and sugar to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Beef: Combine minced garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, oyster sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch slurry in a bowl. Coat thinly sliced beef and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook the Udon: Boil udon noodles for 1-2 minutes until slightly loosened. Drain and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Black Pepper Sauce: Mix dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, water, and potato starch in a bowl.
  4. Stir-Fry: Heat a wok, add oil, and stir-fry garlic and onions. Cook marinated beef, then add black pepper sauce. Simmer until thickened.
  5. Combine and Serve: Add cooked udon and Chinese cabbage to the sauce. Toss together and serve.

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