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This easy bulgogi beef udon stir fry features thinly sliced beef, vegetables, and udon noodles coated in an incredibly flavorful marinade that will have you craving for more. This dish comes together in a hot wok in just a few minutes, making it the ideal meal for any time of the day.

What is bulgogi beef udon?

Bulgogi (불고기) is notably one of the most iconic dishes in Korean cuisine. Featuring thinly sliced beef and vegetables in a sweet and savory marinade, this tasty meat dish is the ultimate comfort food that highlights the flavors of Korean cuisine.

Bulgogi Beef Udon Stir Fry | Cookerru (1)Although Bulgogi is most often served alongside a bowl of steamed rice or with vegetable wraps, it also makes for an amazingly delicious fusion dish when made with udon noodles.

Udon noodles are my go-to choice for my stir fry dishes, as their thick and plump texture is truly optimal for soaking up all the flavors in a quick stir fry session.

The combination of tender and flavorful pieces of Bulgogi wrapped around thick, chewy udon noodles is truly a match made in heaven and one that your taste buds will thank you for. 🙇🏻‍♀️

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The ultimate udon stir fry recipe

If you have been following my cooking journey for a while, you’d know that my love for stir fried udon has been an everlasting obsession.

Udon has always been one of my favorite kinds of noodles for its satisfying texture, and for its versatility in being served in all different kinds of sauces, soups, and toppings.

After sharing my Creamy Mushroom Miso Udon, Yaki Udon, and Kimchi Udon on the blog, I’ve received so many positive feedback that I’m always working on new stir fried udon recipes to share.

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This beef yaki udon recipe I am sharing with you today has to be one of my favorite combinations by far.

It is loaded with onion, carrot, shiitake mushrooms, scallions, and succulent slices of beef soaked in a delicious bulgogi marinade, which gives you a wonderful burst of flavor in every bite.

As with many stir fry dishes these beef udon noodles are quick and easy to make, making it the ideal choice to be served as quick weeknight dinners, or to meal-prep for a busy week ahead.

What do I need to make bulgogi beef udon?

Making this dish is just as easy as the traditional beef yaki udon, and calls for a similar process of stir-frying meat, vegetables, and udon noodles, and dressing them up in a flavorful sauce.

Here are the ingredients you will need to make your own bulgogi noodles:

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  • Thinly sliced beef. Sliced ribeye is an ideal choice for bulgogi, and can be easily found labeled as “Bulgogi Beef” in Korean grocery stores.
    • In terms of the frozen alternative, I often use thinly sliced beef rolls that are commonly used for hotpot to make bulgogi, which can be prepared by thawing in the refrigerator overnight.
    • If you have frozen meat to use in a time crunch, I recommend placing the meat in a food storage bag and submerging it for 30 minutes in cold water to quickly defrost the meat.
  • Udon noodles:preferably frozen. I prefer using the frozen kindas they store for months in the freezer, and I found that the frozen kind is actually more ideal for stir-fries.
    • Frozen udon noodles often have a nice chewy texture, and less prone to getting mushy and overcooked when stir-frying.
    • To thaw your frozen noodles, soak them in hot water at the highest temperature setting for about a minute, and use a pair of chopsticks to carefully loosen the noodles. Rinse with cold water, drain, and set aside.
  • Onion, carrot, shiitake mushrooms, and green onion, to be marinated with the beef.
    • These vegetables add delicious aromas and textures to the dish, packing each bite with scrumptious flavor! Each ingredient is thinly sliced to blend in with the noodles.
  • Soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, honey, brown sugar, minced garlic, and black pepper for the marinade.
  • Oyster saucefor the final touch.
    • Adding just a tablespoon of oyster sauce at the end truly takes the dish to the next level, so I recommend not skipping this step!
    • Please feel free to garnish your noodles in the way that you prefer. Some suggestions include sesame seeds, chopped green onions, shredded nori, and/or bonito flakes if you are craving that extra umami.

And there you have it! One of the best features of this beef yaki udon lies in its simplicity, as it calls for ingredients that are most likely already in your kitchen.

Best of all, bulgogi noodles are prepared in a single wok or sauté pan, which makes cleanup a breeze! Let’s be honest, we are all struggling with an endless amount of dishes, and simple recipes like this are truly a breath of freshair. 🍃

Bulgogi Beef Udon Stir Fry | Cookerru (5)I hope you enjoy these easy and delicious beef udon noodles, and please feel free to leave a comment below or message me onInstagramfor any questions!

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Easy Bulgogi Beef Udon Stir Fry

This easy bulgogi beef udon stir fry features thinly sliced beef, vegetables, and udon noodles coated in an incredibly flavorful marinade that will have you craving for more. This dish comes together in a hot wok in just a few minutes, making it the ideal meal for any time of the day.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time5 minutes mins

Total Time20 minutes mins

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese, Korean

Servings: 2 people

Ingredients

  • 2 packs (17-oz./500g) udon noodles preferably frozen (see notes below)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 300 g sliced beef rib eye or top sirloin
  • 1/2 medium onion sliced
  • 40 g carrot julienned
  • 30 g shiitake mushrooms or any mushroom of choice, sliced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce or to taste
  • toasted sesame seeds and green onion for garnish

Bulgogi Marinade

Instructions

  • Combine all marinade ingredients in a small bowl.

  • In a medium bowl, add sliced beef, onion, carrot, mushrooms, and green onions, and pour the marinade on top. Mix to combine and set aside for at least 10 minutes, or overnight.

  • To prepare your noodles from frozen, soak them in hot water for about a minute, and use a pair of chopsticks to carefully loosen the noodles. Rinse with cold water, drain, and set aside.

  • Heat oil in a wok or a pan over medium-high heat, and add the bulgogi mixture. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the beef is browned.

  • Add noodles and oyster sauce. Stir fry everything together for about 1-2 minutes. Garnish and enjoy!

Notes

* Using frozen udon noodlesis recommended for this recipe as they store for months in the freezer, and I found that the frozen kind is actually more ideal for stir-fries. Frozen udon noodles often have a nice chewy texture, and are less prone to getting mushy and overcooked when stir-frying.

Although stir-fried udon noodles taste best when fresh, any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

For detailed information on the ingredients, please refer to the blog post above.

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FAQs

What is beef bulgogi udon? ›

Bulgogi (literally means “fire meat”) is a beloved Korean dish that's traditionally grilled over an open flame. Our Korean BBQ Style Beef Udon combines marinated thinly sliced USDA choice beef, veggies, fresh udon noodles and is tossed in a savory-sweet sauce to satisfy your Korean BBQ cravings.

How many calories in a beef stir fry udon? ›

Giant Udon Noodle Stir Fry Beef (0.5 package) contains 40g total carbs, 38g net carbs, 5g fat, 15g protein, and 270 calories.

How to make the udon stir fry noodles from Costco? ›

Pulmuone Teriyaki Stir-fry Udon is available at Costco. Add 1 tbsp of oil, 4 tbsp of water, vegetable topping and Udon Noodles into a sauce pan. Then turn on the heat and stir fry 1-2 minutes over hight heat 2. Add Teriyaki Seasoning and stir fry for another minute over low heat.

What do you serve with bulgogi beef? ›

Bulgogi is typically served with steamed rice, lettuce wraps, chili sauce, and other traditional Korean accompaniments. Making bulgogi at home is surprisingly easy.

What are the three types of bulgogi? ›

There are three types of bulgogi that are typically served at restaurants today – Gwangyang-style of South Jeolla Province, Eonyang-style of South Gyeongsang Province and last but not least, the Seoul-style.

Why is beef bulgogi so good? ›

The savory beef combined with the sweet, gingery marinade is always a big hit. The word bul means fire in Korean, and goki means meat. So this is “fire meat!” Delicious bulgogi depends on three things: a good cut of beef, a delicious marinade, and the method you use to cook it.

Do you cook noodles before adding to stir fry? ›

Prepare your noodles so that they are al dente and still have some bite. For most noodles, this means cooking them for a few minutes in boiling water, but thinner noodles, like cellophane rice noodles, usually just need to be soaked.

Do you fry or boil udon noodles? ›

Prepare the udon noodles by blanching (frozen udon) or boiling (dried udon). In a large frying pan or wok, stir fry the meat, onions, and the rest of the ingredients. Add the cooked noodles and mix them all together. Season the stir-fried noodles and serve hot!

Are udon noodles already cooked? ›

Udon noodles are available fresh, pre-cooked and dried. In Japan, udon is usually sold fresh.

Is bulgogi good for you? ›

From a nutritional point of view, Bulgogi enjoys an excellent reputation: grilled or burned beef steak in a pan does not require the use of additional fat and is a source par excellence of noble proteins, vitamins PP and B12, while the ginger present in marination speeds up the digestion process as well as fighting ...

What drink pairs well with bulgogi? ›

The taste of Bulgogi is typically sweet from the marinating sauce, but it can get spicy from the grill. It is served with a few side dishes, such as lettuce or ssamjang (spicy-sweet bean paste). We recommend pairing Bulgogi with a dry red wine like Chianti.

Can you eat bulgogi with rice? ›

Korean bulgogi is thinly sliced strips of beef, marinated in a sweet and savory sauce. The marinated beef is tender, juicy and flavorful. It can be served with rice, lettuce wraps, on its own or with noodles like my, Bulgogi Noodles.

What is bulgogi beef made of? ›

Bulgogi is a popular Korean BBQ dish (literally translating to “fire meat”) made of thinly sliced marinated beef ribeye or sirloin. The beef is marinated in a blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, onion, garlic, ginger, sugar, asian pear, and black pepper.

What is the difference between beef ramen and beef udon? ›

While both dishes brim with flavor, Udon could be considered the healthier of the two noodle type dishes as it tends to have cleaner, simpler toppings and has lower sodium as it doesn't use kansui (the alkaline solution that gives ramen its unique flavor).

What is the difference between beef udon and lo mein? ›

The biggest difference between lo mein and udon is that lo mein is made with egg noodles and udon is a wheat noodle. Most udon noodles are wider than lo mein egg noodles. The addition of eggs makes lo mein noodles chewier than udon, and they hold up better in pasta dishes.

What is beef bulgogi ramen? ›

Bulgogi Beef Ramen. Sweet, savoury tender beef stir. fried with chewy ramen and bok choy in a bulgogi. sauce.

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