Caramelized Beef and Peanut Noodles

• ground beef↗1 lb
• avocado oil↗1 tablespoon
• cornstarch↗2 teaspoon
• teriyaki sauce (I used Bachan's Original sauce)↗0.333333 cup
• clove garlic, grated↗1
• peanut butter↗0.333333 cup
• soy sauce↗0.333333 cup
• warm water0.25 cup
• rice vinegar↗2 tablespoon
• sesame oil↗2 tablespoon
• sugar↗1
• chili garlic sauce↗1 tablespoon
• reen onions, thinly sliced (green saved for garnish)↗5
• sliced stir-fry veggies (I like red bell pepper, spinach, and basil leaves)2 cup
• package stir-fry egg noodles (I use the Wel-Pac chow mein stir fry noodles)6
• Black pepper for serving↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Peanut Sauce: Blend the sauce until smooth and creamy.

2. 2

   Cook Beef: Heat avocado oil in a pan over high heat; add ground beef and leave undisturbed for several minutes to get some browned spots. Break apart with a wooden spoon into small pieces.

3. 3

   Caramelize the Beef: Add the cornstarch and quickly stir fry for 15-30 seconds. Then add garlic and teriyaki for a minute or so; it will sizzle and start to caramelize, plus it’ll smell amazing. Remove from pan, set aside and cover or place in a 350 degree oven to keep it warm.

4. 4

   Sauté Veggies: In the same pan, sauté the white parts of the green onions and the veggies (adding more oil as needed).

5. 5

   Cook Noodles: Boil noodles for 3 minutes or according to package directions; rinse with cold water to prevent stickiness.

6. 6

   Toss Together: Add cooked noodles and most of the peanut sauce to the veggies in the skillet; toss to combine for 1-2 minutes (you’ll want to serve immediately while it’s still hot and silky).

7. 7

   Finish: Plate noodles; add a scoop of beef on top. Garnish with green onions and lots of black pepper, and drizzle with remaining peanut sauce if you want!