Description
A vibrant mix of tender beef, rich soy sauce, and fresh vegetables combined with silky noodles for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
- Marinade:
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 3 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sake or dry sherry
- 3 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp minced fresh ginger
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
- ½ tsp white pepper
- Stir-Fry:
- 500 g (1 lb 2 oz) Denver, sirloin, or flank steak, sliced against the grain
- 200 g (7 oz) medium dried egg noodles
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1½ tbsp sunflower oil
- 1 small onion, peeled and finely sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, deseeded and thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks
- 5 spring onions (scallions), sliced into thin strips
- To Serve:
- ¼ tsp chilli flakes
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Make the marinade: In a bowl, combine the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sake, mirin, sesame oil, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and white pepper.
- Marinate the beef: Place the sliced steak into a separate bowl. Add one-third of the marinade, toss to coat, cover, and marinate for 30 minutes. Reserve the remaining marinade.
- Cook the noodles: Boil the egg noodles according to the package instructions (usually around 5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water until cool. Toss with sesame oil and set aside in a colander.
- Sear the beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil in a wok over high heat. Remove the beef from the marinade with a slotted spoon and stir-fry in two batches for 2–3 minutes each, until just cooked. Transfer to a bowl.
- Stir-fry vegetables: Add the remaining ½ tablespoon of sunflower oil to the wok. Add onion, red pepper, and carrot. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the sauce: Pour in the reserved marinade and bring to a boil.
- Combine noodles and beef: Add the noodles to the wok and toss with tongs for 2–3 minutes until heated through. Return the beef and add the spring onions. Stir-fry for 1–2 more minutes to warm the beef.
- Serve: Divide between bowls. Sprinkle with chilli flakes and sesame seeds.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for better flavor. Do not over-marinate the beef to avoid making it too soft.
