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Korean Spicy Ramen with Beef

A quick, one-skillet Korean spicy ramen with beef that's bold in flavor, featuring umami-rich broth and fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef and Aromatics
  • 8 oz thinly sliced beef (flank, ribeye, or sirloin), cut into bite-sized strips
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil (or neutral oil)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated (optional) Optional for added flavor
Broth Ingredients
  • 1.5 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin or rice wine (or 1 tsp sugar)
  • 2 cups beef or chicken broth Plus extra if you like more soup
Noodles and Garnishes
  • 1 package instant ramen noodles (discard the seasoning packet) About 85–100 g
  • 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy
  • 1 soft-boiled egg (optional) For garnish
  • 1 scallion thinly sliced, plus extra for garnish
  • Toasted sesame seeds and sesame oil, to finish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the beef in a single layer and let it sear for about 1–2 minutes without stirring until browned.
  3. Push the beef to the side, lower the heat slightly, and add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until translucent, about 2–3 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the gochujang and soy sauce, cooking for 30–45 seconds.
  2. Pour in the broth, bring to a simmer, and scrape the bottom for browned bits.
  3. Taste and adjust saltiness with soy sauce or a pinch of sugar.
  4. Add ramen noodles and cook according to package directions (2–3 minutes), adding spinach or bok choy in the last minute.
  5. Turn off the heat, stir in scallions and sesame oil, then ladle into bowls.
  6. Top with a halved soft-boiled egg, extra scallions, and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

For variations, use thin pork or chicken for the protein. Prepare crunchy sides to complement the dish, and adjust gochujang for desired spice level. Ingredients can be stored separately for meal prep.

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