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20 Minute Korean Beef Sesame Noodles

Every bite is filled with saucy noodles, veggies, caramelized meat, and just the right amount of spice!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 740
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
  • 1/2 cup tamari or soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2-3 tablespoons Gochujang ((Korean chili paste))
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 8 ounces brown rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 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

Method
 

  1. 1. To make the sauce. Combe all ingredients in a glass jar. Shake or whisk to combine. 2. Cook the rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water. 3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the vegetables and cook until wilted, 2-3 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the sauce. Cook until the sauce coats the veggies. Remove from the pan. 4. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon oil. Then add the shallots and cook 2 minutes, until deeply softened. Add the beef and cook, undistributed, until seared, 2 minutes. Toss the meat, then pour in the sauce. Simmer 1 minute, then stir in the noodles and vegetables. Cook 2-3 minutes, until the sauce coats the noodles. 5. Remove from the heat and stir in the basil and sesame seeds. Serve topped with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 740kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

  • For perfectly cooked noodles, aim for al dente; they will continue to cook slightly when mixed with the hot beef and vegetables.
  • To prevent the sauce from breaking, ensure you keep the heat moderate when adding it to the skillet, allowing it to simmer gently rather than boiling vigorously.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-cut stir-fry vegetable mixes available at the store to save on prep time.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water to prevent drying out.
  • For a lighter option, substitute the flank steak with sliced chicken breast or even tofu for a vegetarian twist.

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