Description
This Pepper Lunch with Udon is a flavorful twist on the classic, using chewy udon noodles instead of rice. The thinly sliced steak caramelizes in a savory sauce while the udon gets a crispy golden bottom. Topped with a fried egg, this sizzling dish is a cozy, savory meal that’s perfect for a quick dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons ginger paste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
- 1 pound shaved or thinly sliced ribeye steak
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 14 ounces cooked udon noodles, flash-boiled
- 1/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup yellow sweet corn
- 2 fried eggs
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat two small skillets over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of butter or oil to each pan.
- Arrange half of the thinly sliced steak in each skillet around the edges, leaving the center empty. Season with half of the chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add half of the cooked udon noodles to the center of each skillet.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the steak and noodles, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
- Let everything sizzle for 6–8 minutes, stirring the steak occasionally, until the steak is cooked through and the sauce thickens.
- While the steak and noodles cook, fry an egg to your desired doneness in a separate pan.
- Top the udon and steak with sliced green onions, sweet corn, and the fried egg. Sprinkle with extra black pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Use freshly cooked or flash-boiled udon noodles for the best texture.
- Adjust spice level by modifying the chili powder to your taste.
- Substitute ribeye with other tender cuts if desired.
- Skillets should be preheated to achieve that signature sizzling effect.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1350mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 225mg