Description
This Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef & Creamy Sauce combines fiery heat from gochujang and gochugaru with savory grilled beef, creamy sauce, and soft ramen noodles for a flavorful, indulgent meal.
Ingredients
For the Grilled Beef:
300g (about 10 oz) ribeye or sirloin steak
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ tsp ground black pepper
For the Ramen:
2 packs of instant ramen noodles (discard the flavor packet)
2 cups chicken or beef broth
1 tbsp gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
Salt to taste
For the Creamy Sauce Topping:
3 tbsp mayonnaise (preferably Kewpie for extra richness)
1 tbsp sriracha or Korean hot sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp garlic powder
Pinch of sugar (optional for balance)
Garnishes:
2 tbsp chopped green onions
1 tsp toasted black sesame seeds
Extra gochugaru or chili oil (optional for heat lovers)
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef:
- Slice your beef into medium strips (or leave whole if using ribeye). In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, and black pepper. Add the beef and coat thoroughly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (overnight is best for deeper flavor).
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, garlic powder, and a pinch of sugar until smooth and creamy. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Cook the Ramen and Broth:
- In a large pot, bring the chicken or beef broth to a simmer. Stir in gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt to taste.
- Drop in the ramen noodles and cook just until al dente (about 3 minutes). Don’t overcook—noodles will soften further once plated.
- Grill the Beef:
- Heat a grill pan or cast iron skillet over high heat. Once hot, sear the marinated beef for about 2–3 minutes per side, or until caramelized and slightly charred.
- Let the beef rest for a few minutes, then slice against the grain into strips.
- Assemble the Bowl:
- Divide the cooked ramen and broth into serving bowls.
- Add a generous spoonful of creamy sauce over the noodles.
- Arrange the grilled beef neatly on top. Garnish with chopped green onions, toasted black sesame seeds, and optional chili oil or gochugaru for extra heat.
Notes
Substitute the beef for tofu, chicken, or mushrooms for different protein options.
For an extra creamy version, add a soft-boiled egg or drizzle cream into the broth.
Add vegetables like spinach, bok choy, or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
