Short Rib Udon Stir Fry
If you’re craving something cozy, savory, and better than takeout, this instant pot short rib udon stir fry hits every time. The short ribs are braised until fall-apart tender, then tossed with chewy udon noodles, stir-fried onions and peppers, and a glossy soy brown sugar sauce.
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
For the short ribs
- 1.5 lb beef short ribs
- Salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup water or beef broth
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger
For the stir fry
- 2 packs udon noodles
- 1/2 onion sliced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 3 –4 green onions chopped
- Oil for cooking
Stir fry sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 –2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 –3 tbsp reserved short rib liquid
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Toppings Highly Recommended
- Extra chopped green onions
- Chili oil drizzle
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
Step 1: Braise the short ribs
- Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Set the Instant Pot to sauté and add a little oil. Brown the ribs on all sides.
- Add soy sauce, broth, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Scrape the bottom to prevent sticking.
- Pressure cook on high for 45 minutes. Let natural release for 10–15 minutes.
- Remove ribs and shred or slice. Reserve a few tablespoons of the cooking liquid.
Step 2: Prepare udon
- Cook udon according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Do not overcook.
Step 3: Stir fry
- Heat 1–2 tbsp oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add onion and bell pepper. Stir fry 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Add short rib meat and toss to heat through.
- Add udon noodles.
- Mix sauce ingredients and pour into the pan. Toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until glossy and well coated.
- Turn off heat and mix in green onions.