Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef & Creamy Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the bold flavors of this Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef & Creamy Sauce. The perfect blend of spicy, savory, and creamy elements, this dish is a true delight for your taste buds.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Grilled Beef:
- 300g ribeye or sirloin steak
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp gochujang
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
For the Ramen and Creamy Sauce:
- 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packet)
- 2 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 tbsp gochugaru
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt to taste
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise (Kewpie preferred)
- 1 tbsp sriracha or Korean chili sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Pinch of sugar (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tsp toasted black sesame seeds
- Optional: extra chili oil or gochugaru
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, and pepper. Add beef and marinate for 30 minutes (or overnight).
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In another small bowl, mix all creamy sauce ingredients until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
- Cook the Ramen: In a pot, simmer broth. Add gochugaru, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and salt. Cook ramen noodles until al dente (about 3 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Grill the Beef: Heat grill pan or skillet over high heat. Sear beef 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized. Let rest, then slice against the grain.
- Assemble the Bowls: Add noodles and broth to bowls, top with creamy sauce, grilled beef, green onions, sesame seeds, and extra spice if desired.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili sauce.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients.
- For a vegetarian option, you can substitute the beef with tofu or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 650 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Spicy Korean Ramen, Grilled Beef, Creamy Sauce, Korean Cuisine