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Easy Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef & Creamy Sauce

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This Easy Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef & Creamy Sauce is a bold, comforting bowl packed with smoky grilled steak, springy ramen noodles, a spicy Korean-inspired broth, and a silky creamy drizzle. It’s rich yet balanced, customizable in heat, and perfect for an impressive but achievable homemade meal.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Korean-Inspired
Servings 2 bowls
Calories 650 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl for marinating beef
  • whisk for sauce
  • medium pot for broth
  • grill pan or skillet
  • knife for slicing beef
  • cutting board
  • serving bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 10 oz ribeye or sirloin steak
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 packs instant ramen (seasoning discarded)
  • 4 cups chicken or beef broth
  • 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (for broth)
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil (for broth)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sriracha or Korean hot sauce
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil (for sauce)
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 pinch sugar (optional)
  • sliced green onions (for garnish)
  • toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • chili oil or extra chili flakes (optional garnish)

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, and black pepper. Coat the steak thoroughly and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, garlic powder, and a small pinch of sugar. Adjust spice to taste and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • In a medium pot, bring the broth to a gentle simmer. Add soy sauce, gochugaru, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Taste and adjust seasoning, then keep warm over low heat.
  • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated steak for 3–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness. Let rest 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  • Boil ramen noodles according to package directions without the seasoning packets until just tender. Drain and divide into serving bowls.
  • Ladle hot broth over the noodles. Arrange sliced grilled beef on top and drizzle generously with creamy sauce. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and optional chili oil. Serve immediately.

Notes

Reduce gochujang and chili flakes for a milder version. Use low-sodium broth to better control salt levels. The creamy sauce can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated. Store broth, beef, and noodles separately for up to 3 days. Freeze broth and beef (not noodles) for up to 2 months. Cook fresh noodles when reheating for best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 1100mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg
Keyword creamy spicy ramen, gochujang ramen, Korean ramen with beef, spicy ramen
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