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Beef Yaki Udon

Chewy udon noodles stir fried with beef, cabbage and a glossy savoury sauce.

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  • Time18 min
  • LevelEasy
  • Costabout £3.29 a head

Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.

4 servings

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Put the udon in a bowl, cover with boiling water for 2 minutes to loosen, then drain.

    2 min
  2. 2

    Mix the soy sauce, mirin and oyster sauce in a small jug.

  3. 3

    Heat the oil in a wok over a high heat. Stir fry the beef for 2 minutes until browned, then lift out.

    2 min
  4. 4

    Add the carrot and cabbage and stir fry for 3 minutes until just tender.

    3 min
  5. 5

    Return the beef and add the noodles, sauce and most of the spring onions. Toss for 2 minutes until piping hot.

    2 min
  6. 6

    Drizzle with sesame oil and top with the last spring onions.

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