Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 packet

Konyaku noodles

cut into bite sizes

125 g

Beef

coarsely chopped

1 piece

Ginger

julienned

1 unit

Dried red chili peppers

seeded and chopped

1 tbsp

Vegetable oil

2 tbsp

Soy sauce

2 tbsp

Sake

1 tbsp

Sugar

2 tbsp

Mirin

0.5 tbsp

Sesame oil

Step 1
~2 min

Cut konnyaku noodles into 7-8 cm lengths.

Step 2
~2 min

Boil konnyaku noodles in hot water for 5 minutes to remove bitterness.

Step 3
~2 min

Drain konnyaku noodles in a colander.

Step 4
~2 min

Cut beef into 3 cm long pieces if needed.

Step 5
~2 min

Julienne ginger.

Step 6
~2 min

Remove seeds from chili and chop finely.

Step 7
~2 min

Combine soy sauce, sake, sugar, and mirin.

Step 8
~2 min

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Step 9
~2 min

Fry ginger in the hot oil.

Step 10
~2 min

Add beef and fry until color changes.

Step 11
~2 min

Add konnyaku noodles and stir-fry.

Step 12
~2 min

Add chili and combined seasonings.

Step 13
~2 min

Continue heating until excess liquid evaporates and it makes a crackling sound.

Step 14
~2 min

Sprinkle sesame oil for finishing.

Step 15
~2 min

Plate and serve.

Step 16
~2 min

Let cool for enhanced flavor.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili pepper to your spice preference.

Marinating the beef beforehand enhances flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with steamed rice.

Pair with a side of pickled vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Miso Soup
Japanese Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

Common home-style dish in Japan.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
family meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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