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Black Pepper Beef Noodles

This recipe delivers a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender beef and fresh vegetables are tossed with noodles in a rich black pepper sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 400-500 g rump steak thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1/4 tsp bicarbonate of soda baking soda
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tbsp cornflour cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly cracked
For the Black Pepper Sauce
  • 3 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tsp white sugar
  • 1 tbsp black pepper freshly cracked
  • 1/2 cup beef stock 125 ml
  • 1 tsp cornflour cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil of choice
  • 1 brown onion cut into thick wedges
  • 1 tbsp garlic freshly minced
  • 1 bunch choy sum trimmed and cut into 5 cm (2 in) lengths
  • 500 g fresh Hokkien noodles thick egg noodles
To Serve
  • extra black pepper optional

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • Large, deep, heavy-based pan
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Marinate the beef. In a large bowl, combine the beef with the bicarbonate of soda, light and dark soy sauces, Shaoxing wine, cornflour, sesame oil, and pepper. Toss well to coat and set aside for 15–20 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
  2. Make the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, beef stock, and cornflour/water mix until smooth.
  3. Stir-fry the beef. Heat a large deep heavy-based pan over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the oil and cook half the beef for 1–2 minutes until browned. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining beef and oil.
  4. Add the vegetables. To the same pan, add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the choy sum and toss for another 1–2 minutes until just wilted.
  5. Combine everything. Return the beef to the pan. Add the noodles. Pour in the black pepper sauce and toss using tongs for 2–3 minutes until glossy and heated through.
  6. Serve. Divide among four bowls and finish with extra cracked black pepper, if using.

Notes

This recipe is a testament to how simple ingredients can create a delicious and impressive meal. It's perfect for those busy evenings when you want a flavorful dish without spending hours in the kitchen. Feel free to adjust the black pepper to your spice preference.

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