Description
A quick and flavorful Korean-inspired beef sesame noodles recipe featuring tender flank steak, vibrant mixed vegetables, and a savory, spicy sauce made with garlic, ginger, tamari, and gochujang. Ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for a delicious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped
- 1/2 cup tamari or soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
Stir Fry
- 8 ounces brown rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
- 3 cups mixed stir fry vegetables
- 3 shallots, sliced
- 1 pound flank steak or chicken breast, sliced thin
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Combine garlic, ginger, tamari or soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, gochujang, and toasted sesame oil in a glass jar. Shake vigorously or whisk until fully combined and set aside.
- Cook Noodles: Prepare the brown rice noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the mixed stir fry vegetables and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the prepared sauce until vegetables are coated, then remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook Shallots and Beef: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Add sliced shallots and cook for 2 minutes until deeply softened. Add thinly sliced flank steak and cook without stirring for about 2 minutes to sear. Toss the meat, pour in the remaining sauce, and simmer for 1 minute to meld flavors.
- Combine and Finish: Stir in the cooked noodles and the sautéed vegetables. Cook together for 2-3 minutes until the sauce evenly coats everything. Remove from heat, then stir in fresh basil and toasted sesame seeds just before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of gochujang.
- Substitute chicken breast for flank steak for a leaner option.
- Use tamari for a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce.
- Prepare sauce ahead of time to save time during cooking.
- Feel free to use your favorite mixed vegetables such as bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
