Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
200 g

Beef flank

sliced

1 tbsp

Light soy sauce

1 tsp

Sugar

1 tsp

Cornstarch

1 dash

Sesame oil

500 g

Fresh flat rice noodle

0.5 unit

Onion

sliced

120 g

Bean Sprouts

2 slice

Ginger

1 unit

Chinese Chives

diagonally cut

2 tbsp

Light Kikkoman Soy Sauce

1 tbsp

Dark Kikkoman Soy Sauce

1 tsp

Sugar

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 splash

Grapeseed oil

Step 1
~3 min

Slice beef flank into thin pieces for marinating.

Key Technique: Marinating
Step 2
~3 min

Combine beef slices with light soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and sesame oil.

Step 3
~3 min

Marinate the beef for 15-20 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Prepare the seasoning slurry by mixing light and dark soy sauces, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat a wok over medium heat and add grapeseed oil.

Step 6
~3 min

Fry the marinated beef until just underdone and set aside.

Step 7
~3 min

Add more oil to the wok and saute sliced onions until soft and translucent.

Step 8
~3 min

Add ginger slices and bean sprouts to the wok and cook until semi-soft, then push to the side.

Step 9
~3 min

Microwave fresh flat rice noodles for 1-2 minutes to warm and separate them.

Step 10
~3 min

Turn the heat to high and add the separated noodles to the wok with the vegetables.

Step 11
~3 min

Stir the noodles and vegetables with an upward motion to mix.

Step 12
~3 min

Add the seasoning slurry to the wok and mix well.

Step 13
~3 min

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more light soy sauce for saltiness or dark soy sauce for color.

Step 14
~3 min

Add the previously cooked beef back into the wok and stir to combine.

Step 15
~3 min

Garnish with sliced Chinese chives or spring onion.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the wok is very hot before adding ingredients to achieve a smoky flavor.

Prepare all ingredients beforehand for efficient stir-frying.

Don't overcrowd the wok, cook in batches if necessary.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Beef can be marinated in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot immediately after cooking.

Pair with a side of steamed bok choy.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Guangdong, China

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and restaurant dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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