Description
A quick and flavorful Korean-inspired dish featuring tender flank steak, brown rice noodles, and vibrant stir-fry vegetables tossed in a savory, slightly spicy sesame sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
SAUCE
- 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
STIR FRY
- 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
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients—garlic, ginger, tamari or soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, Gochujang, and toasted sesame oil—in a glass jar. Shake or whisk thoroughly until the mixture is well blended.
- Cook Noodles: Prepare the brown rice noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain them well and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking.
- Cook Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the mixed stir-fry vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to wilt. Pour in 2 tablespoons of the prepared sauce and stir to coat the vegetables evenly. Once coated, remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Shallots and Beef: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Add the sliced shallots and cook for 2 minutes until they become deeply softened. Add the thinly sliced flank steak and cook without stirring for 2 minutes to sear the meat. Toss the beef to brown evenly, then pour in the remaining sauce. Let it simmer for 1 minute to absorb flavors.
- Combine and Finish: Stir in the cooked noodles and the previously cooked vegetables into the skillet. Cook together for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to evenly coat the noodles and ingredients. Remove from heat, then stir in the fresh basil leaves and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- For a milder dish, reduce the amount of Gochujang or omit it entirely.
- You can substitute flank steak with chicken breast or tofu for a different protein option.
- Use gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free version of this recipe.
- Make sure to rinse noodles after cooking to prevent them from sticking together in the stir fry.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
