Description
This Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef and Creamy Sauce is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for spice lovers. Thinly sliced beef marinated in a spicy, sweet, and tangy sauce is quickly grilled and served atop tender ramen noodles coated in a savory gochujang sauce, finished with a creamy, zesty mayo-based drizzle and fresh green onions for brightness.
Ingredients
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Marinade and Beef
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 pound beef flank steak or ribeye, thinly sliced
Creamy Sauce
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Noodles and Sauce
- 12 ounces fresh or instant ramen noodles
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons water
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated garlic, and grated ginger. Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lemon juice until smooth. Refrigerate this sauce until ready to serve to keep it fresh and flavorful.
- Cook the Ramen Noodles: Cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions until tender. Drain them well and immediately toss with sesame oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the Beef: Heat a skillet or grill pan over high heat. Grill the marinated beef slices for about 1 to 2 minutes per side or until nicely caramelized and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Noodle Sauce: Using a clean pan, heat sesame oil, gochujang, soy sauce, minced garlic, and water over medium heat until the mixture becomes bubbly and fragrant. Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss thoroughly to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce.
- Assemble and Serve: Divide the sauced noodles between serving bowls. Top each bowl with the grilled beef slices, drizzle the creamy sriracha mayonnaise sauce on top, and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- For spicier ramen, add more gochujang to both the marinade and the noodle sauce.
- Use fresh ramen noodles for the best texture, but instant noodles work well in a pinch.
- Marinating the beef overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness.
- You can substitute beef with chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- If you don’t have a grill pan, a regular skillet works perfectly to caramelize the beef.
