Description
How to make spicy Korean ramen with tender grilled beef and creamy gochujang sauce that delivers restaurant-quality comfort in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
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Grilled Beef
- 1 lb ribeye steak, sliced thin against the grain
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Creamy Spicy Sauce
- 3 tbsp gochujang paste
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp butter
Ramen Base
- 4 packs instant ramen noodles, discard seasoning packets
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 green onions, sliced thin
- 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
- 1 sheet nori, cut into strips
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Marinate Beef: Combine sliced ribeye with soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and brown sugar in a bowl. Let marinate for 15 minutes while you prep other ingredients.
- Make Sauce: Whisk gochujang, heavy cream, rice vinegar, and honey in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside until ready to serve the ramen.
- Grill Beef: Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Cook marinated beef for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through. Rest briefly.
- Prepare Broth: Bring chicken broth to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add butter to the gochujang mixture and whisk until melted and combined.
- Cook Noodles: Add ramen noodles to boiling broth and cook for 3 minutes until tender but still chewy. Don’t overcook or they’ll become mushy.
- Combine Everything: Stir the creamy gochujang sauce into the hot broth until well incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed for perfect balance.
- Serve Hot: Divide noodles and broth among bowls. Top with grilled beef, soft-boiled eggs, green onions, nori strips, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while steaming hot.
Notes
- Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Store components separately in refrigerator to maintain best texture and freshness.
- Adjust gochujang amount based on your spice tolerance preferences.
- Serve immediately while hot for the best eating experience.
- Toast sesame seeds in dry pan for enhanced nutty flavor.
- Don’t add cream sauce to boiling broth to prevent curdling.
Allergy Information: Dairy, Eggs, Gluten, Soy
Nutrition
- Calories: 485 calories
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 32g