Description
Spicy Korean Ramen Beef is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines savory ground beef with the bold flavors of gochujang and traditional Korean seasonings. This delicious noodle bowl is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Remaining Ingredients:
- 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 3 cups beef broth or water
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 soft-boiled egg per serving (optional)
- sesame seeds and extra gochujang for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ground Beef Mixture: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef, then add garlic and ginger.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Cook Noodles: Pour in beef broth, add noodles, carrots, and mushrooms. Cook until noodles are tender.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, stir in green onions. Divide into bowls, top with soft-boiled eggs, sesame seeds, and extra gochujang.
Notes
- Adjust gochujang to taste
- Enhance with toasted sesame oil for traditional flavor
- Substitute beef with pork, chicken, or tofu if desired
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
