Cheap Dinner Idea: Garlic Ginger Beef and Udon Noodle Toss

Ingredients

• •500g beef mince
• •2 packs (400g) udon noodles
• •2 bunches baby bok choy, chopped
• •1 large carrot, julienned
• •3 tbsp oyster sauce
• •2 tbsp soy sauce
• •1 tbsp rice vinegar
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 tsp chilli flakes (optional)
• •2 spring onions, sliced

Method

1. 1Prepare the udon noodles according to packet instructions, usually by soaking in boiling water for 1 minute.
2. 2Drain the noodles well and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking.
3. 3Heat a large wok or deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
4. 4Add the beef mince and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned.
5. 5Add the carrot and garlic to the mince, frying for 2 minutes until fragrant.
6. 6In a small jug, whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, and chilli flakes.
7. 7Add the bok choy to the pan and cook for 1 minute until just wilted.
8. 8Add the drained noodles to the pan.
9. 9Pour the sauce mixture over the noodles and beef.
10. 10Toss everything together for 2 minutes until the noodles are heated through.
11. 11If the noodles seem dry, add a tablespoon of water or soy sauce.
12. 12Turn off the heat and garnish with spring onions.
13. 13Serve in deep bowls immediately.