Soba Noodle and Beef Stir-Fry

1 package of buckwheat soba noodles
1 large steak, sliced
4 handfuls of baby spinach, chopped
3 carrots, peeled and grated
2 cups of peas, fresh or frozen
2 tbsp sesame seeds
4 tsbp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp minced garlic
4 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
Salt and pepper

Combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, sugar and vinegar in a small mixing bowl. Add half to a shallow dish and place the beef on top. Turn to coat and allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes (you can leave it all day if you want to do this before you go to work).

Once the beef has sat for a while, heat a skillet over med-high heat and drizzle some olive oil in the pan. Add the beef and allow to cook.

While the beef is cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the noddles. Allow the noodles to cook 5-7 minutes.

While the noodles are cooking stir the beef around, and when cooked though add the spinach, carrots, peas and sesame seeds and toss well.

Drain the noodles and add them to the skillet. Cover with the remaining sauce, heat though and serve.

A friend of mine tried this and said her only regret was that she hadn't doubled the recipe and she substituted bok choy for the spinach.