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Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef and Creamy Sauce

Delicious Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef and Creamy Sauce

Enjoy a flavorful journey with this Spicy Korean Ramen featuring grilled beef and a creamy sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main dishes
Cuisine Korean
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill Pan
  • pot
  • small bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles and Broth

  • 200 g fresh ramen noodles always use fresh for a bouncy texture
  • 3 cups chicken stock can substitute with vegetable stock
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang spicy fermented paste
  • 1 tablespoon gochugaru Korean red pepper flakes
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon sugar balances the heat
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch for thickening the broth
  • 1 tablespoon cold water to dissolve the cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream for creamy sauce

For the Beef and Toppings

  • 200 g flank steak lean and flavorful
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for grilling
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for flavor
  • 1 stalk green onion sliced for garnish
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds toasted for topping
  • 2 sprigs cilantro optional for garnish

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Thinly slice the flank steak against the grain and season it generously with salt, black pepper, and half of the sesame oil. Allow to marinate.
  • Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil, and grill beef slices for about 2 minutes on each side.
  • In a separate pot, heat remaining sesame oil, add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, and sugar, cooking for an additional minute, then add chicken stock and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Whisk cornstarch and cold water until smooth, then slowly add to the simmering broth, stirring constantly until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another minute.
  • Boil water in a separate pot and cook fresh ramen noodles according to package instructions, usually around 3-4 minutes.
  • Ladle the creamy broth over the cooked ramen noodles and top with grilled beef slices, green onion, sesame seeds, and cilantro if using.

Notes

For best results, use fresh ramen noodles and adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Comfort Food, creamy sauce, Grilled Beef, Homemade, quick dinner, Spicy Korean Ramen
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