Savory Beef Teriyaki Noodles
This dish combines tender beef strips with vibrant vegetables and a homemade teriyaki sauce for a delightful meal. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for a family dinner.
- Author: homebitesia
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- ½ green cabbage, shredded
- 2 carrots, shredded
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ⅔ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 16oz spaghetti (1 pound box)
- 3 ½ cups water
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil. You’ll know it’s ready when the oil shimmers. This step is crucial to prevent the vegetables from sticking.
- Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The veggies should soften and turn vibrant in color without browning. Avoid overcooking to retain some crunch.
- Next, pour in ⅔ cup of soy sauce, ½ cup of brown sugar, ½ teaspoon of ground mustard, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder. Stir well to combine, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add 16oz of spaghetti directly to the pot. You can break the spaghetti in half for easier stirring, but it’s not necessary. Then, pour in 3 ½ cups of water, ensuring the noodles are fully submerged.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook uncovered for 15-18 minutes. Stir the pot every few minutes to prevent the noodles from sticking to the bottom. You’ll know it’s done when the noodles are tender and easily bendable.
- Once cooked through, remove the pot from the heat. Toss in 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, mixing thoroughly to distribute them evenly. This adds a delightful crunch!
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired. Enjoy the beautiful presentation of your Teriyaki Noodles!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 80 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Don’t skip the sautéing step for the vegetables; it enhances their natural sweetness and adds depth to the dish. Use a large enough pot to allow the noodles to move freely while cooking; this prevents them from clumping together.