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30-Minute Stir Fried Korean Beef and Toasted Sesame Noodles.

This 30-Minute Stir Fried Korean Beef is a flavor-packed delight! Perfect for busy nights, it's a quick and savory meal that everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce:
  • 3/4 cup soy sauce reduced sodium preferred
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar or honey for sweetness
  • 2-3 tablespoons gochujang Korean chile paste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar for tangy flavor
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 clove garlic minced or grated
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil for nutty flavor
For the Noodles and Vegetables:
  • 1 box brown rice noodles 8 ounces, or any favorite noodles
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seed oil for enhancing aroma
  • 2 large carrots chopped into matchsticks
  • 1 red and 1 orange bell pepper sliced thin
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 1 pound flank steak sliced into bite-sized strips
  • 2 green onions chopped for garnish
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds mix of white and black
  • 1 small bunch fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Start by slicing the flank steak into bite-sized strips. Chop the carrots into matchsticks, slice the bell peppers, and mushrooms. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Set all your ingredients aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the brown rice noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles in a colander and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  3. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar or honey, gochujang, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and toasted sesame oil. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved and set aside.
  4. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of sesame seed oil and let it heat up. Add the sliced flank steak in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of sesame seed oil. Add the carrots, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
  6. Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the sauce and stir well to combine everything. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  7. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until the noodles are coated with the sauce and combined with the beef and vegetables.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat. Serve the stir-fried beef and noodles in bowls, garnished with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro. Enjoy your delicious 30-Minute Stir Fried Korean Beef and Toasted Sesame Noodles!

Notes

  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, freeze the stir-fried beef and noodles for up to 2 months.
  • Adjust the gochujang for your preferred spice level.
  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  • For a vegetarian option, replace beef with tofu or tempeh.