Simple Black Pepper Beef Udon is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the boldness of black pepper and the richness of tender beef together with chewy udon noodles. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you crave a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of marinated beef, aromatic garlic, and a savory black pepper sauce creates a harmonious balance of flavors. With the addition of fresh vegetables like Chinese cabbage and onions, this dish offers both taste and nutrition in every bite.

Ingredients

For the Main Course:

• 2 packs udon noodles
  
  

• 200g fresh beef (ribeye or flank steak), thinly sliced
  
  

• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
  

• Chinese cabbage or any leafy green, chopped
  
  

• 1 white onion, sliced
  
  

• Salt to taste
  
  

• Sugar to taste
  
  

For the Marinade:

• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
  

• 1 tsp sesame oil
  
  

• 1 tbsp soy sauce
  
  

• 1 tsp oyster sauce
  
  

• 1 tsp Chinese white vinegar
  
  

• 1 tsp cornstarch or potato starch mixed with water (slurry)
  
  

For the Black Pepper Sauce:

• 3 tbsp dark soy sauce
  
  

• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  
  

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  
  

• 1 tbsp sugar
  
  

• 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine all marinade ingredients. Add the thinly sliced beef and mix well. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
   
   

2. Prepare the Noodles: Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
   
   

3. Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix all the black pepper sauce ingredients until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
   
   

4. Stir-Fry the Beef: Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until it's 60% cooked. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
   
   

5. Cook the Vegetables: In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté the minced garlic, sliced onion, and chopped Chinese cabbage until the vegetables are tender.
   
   

6. Combine Everything: Add the cooked udon noodles to the pan with the vegetables. Pour in the black pepper sauce and toss everything together until the noodles are well-coated.

7. Finish the Dish: Return the partially cooked beef to the pan and stir-fry for another minute until the beef is fully cooked and everything is well-mixed.

8. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and sugar as desired. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful black pepper beef udon!
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 589 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 32g
  
  

• Fat: 14g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 87g
  
  

• Sodium: 2197mg
  
  

• Fiber: 7g
  
  

• Sugar: 12g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 1597 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 16mg
  
  

• Calcium: 49mg
  
  

• Iron: 2mg