Japanese Beef Udon

Ingredients

• •200g udon noodles
• •300g beef (sirloin or ribeye), thinly sliced
• •4 cups beef broth
• •2 cups water
• •2 tbsp soy sauce
• •1 tbsp mirin
• •1 tbsp sesame oil
• •2 green onions, chopped
• •1 clove garlic, minced
• •1-inch piece ginger, grated
• •2 cups bok choy, chopped
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the udon noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the sliced beef to the pot, cooking until it's browned, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Pour in the beef broth and water, then add soy sauce and mirin. Bring to a simmer.

5. 5

   Add the chopped bok choy and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the bok choy is tender.

6. 6

   Add the cooked udon noodles to the pot and stir to combine. Heat for 2-3 minutes to warm through.

7. 7

   Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.