High-Protein Black Pepper Beef Noodle Bowl
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Ingredients
- For the Beef & Marinade:
- 12 oz lean sirloin steak, thinly sliced (340g)
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (15ml)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (15ml)
- 1 tsp cornstarch (3g)
- For the Noodles & Veggies:
- 6 oz whole wheat spaghetti (170g), dry weight
- 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced (100g)
- 1 cup green bell pepper, thinly sliced (100g)
- 1/2 medium red onion, diced (60g)
- For the Sauce:
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (30ml)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (15ml)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (15ml)
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (15g)
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper (2g)
- 2 tsp sesame oil (10ml)
- 1 tsp honey (7g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (6g)
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced (10g)
- 1/3 cup water (80ml)
- 1 tsp cornstarch (3g), mixed with 2 tsp water (10ml) as slurry
Directions
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine sliced sirloin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp cornstarch. Toss and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Beef: Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef and sear for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Veggies: In the same pan, add bell peppers and onions. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until just tender-crisp.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin, black pepper, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger. Add water, then stir in the cornstarch slurry.
- Bring It Together: Add cooked noodles and beef back to the pan with veggies. Pour in sauce and toss everything to coat. Stir-fry for another 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is glossy and hot.
- Finish & Serve: Divide among bowls, top with extra black pepper if desired, and enjoy hot.
Tips for Meal prep
Keep noodles and beef-veggie stir-fry in separate containers for up to 3 days; combine and reheat before serving.
Use pre-sliced veggies for convenience and faster prep.
For extra protein, top with a poached or jammy egg just before serving.
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