Description
Korean ramen with sizzling beef delivers an explosive culinary journey through Seoul’s street flavors. Perfectly spiced noodles mingle with tender grilled meat and silky sauce, inviting you to savor each complex, mouthwatering bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 soft-boiled eggs (optional)
Ramen & Seasonings:
- 2 packs spicy Korean ramen (Samyang or Shin Ramyun)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
Sauce & Garnish:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Immerse sliced beef in a harmonious blend of soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Allow the meat to absorb these vibrant flavors for approximately 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Fire up a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat until it radiates intense warmth. Sear the marinated beef for 2-3 minutes on each side, developing a rich caramelized exterior while maintaining a tender interior. Transfer the grilled beef to a resting plate.
- Submerge ramen noodles in rapidly boiling water, following package directions precisely. Cook until they reach an al dente texture, then carefully drain while preserving 1/2 cup of the starchy cooking liquid.
- Create a luscious sauce by melting butter in a pan over medium heat. Introduce gochujang, stirring for one minute to awaken its deep, smoky essence. Pour in heavy cream and reserved noodle broth, whisking continuously until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform sauce. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Delicately fold the drained noodles into the creamy sauce, ensuring each strand is luxuriously coated. Artfully arrange the sauced noodles on a serving plate, then crown with the caramelized beef. Enhance the dish with a perfectly soft-boiled egg, freshly chopped green onions, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
- Dive into this symphonic blend of spicy, creamy goodness, embracing the complex layers of flavor with each chopstick-guided bite.
Notes
- Enhance marination by scoring the beef slightly to help seasonings penetrate deeper, creating more intense flavor profiles.
- Adjust spice levels by reducing or increasing gochujang amount, catering to individual heat tolerances without compromising overall taste.
- Select high-quality, thinly sliced beef like sirloin or ribeye for optimal tenderness and quick cooking results.
- Prepare soft-boiled egg separately using precise 6-minute boiling technique to achieve perfect runny yolk consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 1100 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 1800 mg
- Fat: 85 g
- Saturated Fat: 40 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 40 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 65 g
- Cholesterol: 320 mg