Quick and Flavorful Beef Black Pepper Udon
Quick and Flavorful Beef Black Pepper Udon is a delicious one-bowl meal that combines tender beef, chewy udon noodles, and a spicy black pepper sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish brings bold flavors and comforting textures to your table in no time. With fresh ingredients and simple steps, you’ll create an unforgettable culinary experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 8 oz udon noodles
- 8 oz beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper (plus more to taste)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Boil a pot of water and cook the udon noodles according to package instructions (about 3-4 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, marinate sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and half of the black pepper for 15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated beef in batches for 2-3 minutes until browned; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add onions and garlic. Sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Return beef to the skillet with cooked udon noodles. Add remaining soy sauce and black pepper; toss gently until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg