When you need a satisfying dinner that doesn't keep you in the kitchen all night, this Black Pepper Stir-Fried Udon delivers big, bold flavors in just 30 minutes. Thick, chewy udon noodles get tossed with tender seared steak, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and crisp broccoli, all coated in a savory-sweet sauce with a serious black pepper kick. It's the kind of dish that tastes like you ordered takeout from your favorite spotβbut better, because you made it yourself. Whether it's a busy weeknight or you're craving something comforting and full of umami, this stir-fry hits every note.
β 2 (8 oz) steaks
β 2 cups broccoli
β 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
β 3 garlic cloves, minced
β 2 packs udon noodles
β 2 green onions, thinly sliced
β 1 tsp cornstarch
β 3 tbsp soy sauce
β 2 tbsp oyster sauce
β 1 Β½ tbsp brown sugar
β 2 tbsp sesame oil
β 1 tbsp ground black pepper
β Lime wedges, for serving
1. Prep your ingredients: Slice the steaks into thin strips, about ΒΌ inch thick. Mince the garlic and thinly slice the green onions.
2. Blanch the broccoli: In a pan with Β½ inch of simmering water, cook the broccoli until just tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil until smooth.
4. Cook the steak: In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the steak strips and sear for about 2β3 minutes per side, until browned.
5. Stir in the minced garlic and mushrooms. Cook until the mushrooms soften, about 3 minutes.
6. Combine noodles and sauce: Add the udon noodles and blanched broccoli to the pan. Pour in the sauce and season generously with ground black pepper. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through, about 2β3 minutes.
7. Finish and serve: Top with sliced green onions and serve with lime wedges on the side. Enjoy!
