Black Pepper Beef Steak Pasta
Cucumber Salad Rolls and Cucumber Drink

A satisfying weekend single meal featuring glossy black pepper beef steak pasta, crisp cucumber potato salad rolls, and a refreshing green cucumber drink.

Ingredients

• 200 g spaghetti noodles
• 150 g beef strips
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 onion
• 2 cucumbers
• 2 potatoes
• 2 eggs
• 1 carrot
• 1 lemon
• 330 ml Sprite
• to taste salt
• to taste sugar
• to taste black pepper
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp starch
• 2 tbsp salad dressing
• 1 tsp mustard

Instructions

1. 1Arrange the cucumber rolls

   

   Carefully arrange the thinly peeled cucumber rolls side by side in a clean metal tray to prepare them for the salad assembly.

   Tip: Keep the rolls uniform in size for a neat and appetizing presentation.
2. 2Boil the spaghetti noodles

   

   Add dry spaghetti noodles into a pot of boiling water seasoned with salt and a little oil, cooking until al dente according to package instructions.

   Tip: Adding a bit of oil to the boiling water prevents the pasta strands from sticking together.
3. 3Slice the vegetables

   

   Slice green and red bell peppers and onions neatly on a wooden cutting board using a sharp knife.

   Tip: Stir the noodles gently right after dropping them into the water to prevent clumping.
4. 4Season the beef strips

   

   Place raw beef strips in a bowl and season them with salt, sugar, black pepper, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and starch, mixing well to marinate.

   Tip: Adding a bit of starch locks in the moisture, keeping the beef tender when stir-fried.
5. 5Stir-fry the marinated beef

   

   Place the marinated beef pieces into a hot pan with oil and stir-fry them until the surface changes color and they are partially cooked.

   Tip: Ensure the pan is hot before adding the beef to sear the outside quickly and retain juices.
6. 6Sauté beef with vegetables

   

   Add sliced bell peppers and onions into the skillet with the partially cooked beef pieces, stir-frying until tender-crisp and combined with the savory sauce.

   Tip: Keep the heat at medium-high to ensure the vegetables stay crisp while absorbing the flavors.
7. 7Combine Spaghetti and Beef

   

   Add the freshly cooked spaghetti noodles directly into the pan containing the seared beef and colorful vegetables.

   Tip: Ensure the noodles are well-drained before mixing them into the pan.
8. 8Pour Seasoning Sauces over Pasta

   

   Pour a blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, starch, black pepper, and water evenly across the pasta and beef mixture.

   Tip: Mix the liquid seasonings well beforehand for a more even flavor distribution.
9. 9Dress the Vegetable and Egg Salad

   

   Squeeze salad dressing and mustard over the bowl containing freshly steamed potatoes, boiled eggs, and carrots.

   Tip: Let the steamed vegetables cool slightly before adding dressing to prevent it from separating.
10. 10Mash ingredients for salad

    

    Place boiled potatoes, eggs, and carrots into a mixing bowl and use a tool to thoroughly mash and blend them into a smooth mixture.

    Tip: Mash the vegetables while they are still warm so they blend smoothly with the eggs.
11. 11Layer salad mixture on cucumber strips

    

    Arrange thin slices of cucumber overlapping on a bamboo rolling mat to form a green sheet. Scoop the mashed potato and egg salad mixture and begin spreading it evenly over the cucumber base.

    Tip: Make sure the cucumber strips overlap slightly so they hold together as a solid sheet when rolling.
12. 12Roll the cucumber salad log

    

    Using the bamboo sushi mat to assist, carefully lift and roll the cucumber sheet and salad filling forward into a tight, compact cylinder shape.

    Tip: Apply gentle, even pressure while rolling to keep the log firm and secure.
13. 13Slice into portions

    

    Transfer the rolled cucumber salad log onto a clean wooden cutting board. Use a sharp kitchen knife to slice the log cleanly into equal, bite-sized individual portions.

    Tip: Wipe the knife blade with a damp cloth between cuts to ensure clean edges without sticking.
14. 14Transfer cucumber rolls to food processor

    

    Carefully place the chilled cucumber rolls into the food processor bowl to prepare them for blending into a smooth base.

    Tip: Ensure the food processor is clean and dry before adding the cucumber rolls.
15. 15Blend cucumber and lemon

    

    Add lemon pieces to the cucumber rolls inside the food processor and blend thoroughly until it forms a vibrant green puree.

    Tip: Blend thoroughly to ensure there are no large chunks remaining.
16. 16Pour Sprite into the glass

    

    Pour chilled Sprite into a glass filled with a large ice sphere, blended cucumber puree, and a lemon slice to complete the refreshing beverage.

    Tip: Pour the Sprite slowly down the side of the glass to preserve the carbonation and layers.

Storage & Enjoyment

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