Description
This Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef & Creamy Sauce is the ultimate comfort food with a fiery kick! Tender grilled beef, marinated in a savory-sweet gochujang glaze, is served over a steaming bowl of spicy ramen noodles. A rich and velvety creamy sauce drizzled on top balances out the heat, while fresh green onions and black sesame seeds add texture and color. Whether you’re looking for an easy dinner idea, a quick comfort meal, or a way to elevate your ramen game, this dish is a must-try!
Ingredients
For the Ramen
2 packs of Korean spicy ramen (e.g., Shin Ramyun or Buldak)
3 cups water
1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Grilled Beef
250g beef sirloin or ribeye, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
½ cup heavy cream or milk
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon black sesame seeds
Salt to taste
Garnishes
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
½ teaspoon black sesame seeds
Chili oil (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Grilled Beef
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, gochujang, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- Add the beef slices, ensuring they are well coated, and let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the beef for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized. Set aside.
2. Cook the Ramen
- In a pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil.
- Add ramen noodles and cook according to the package instructions.
- Stir in the spice packet and sesame oil, then reduce heat to keep warm.
3. Make the Creamy Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix heavy cream (or milk), mayonnaise, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Sprinkle in black sesame seeds and stir well.
4. Assemble the Bowl
- Divide the cooked ramen and broth into serving bowls.
- Arrange the grilled beef on one side of the bowl.
- Drizzle the creamy sauce generously over the noodles.
- Garnish with chopped green onions, black sesame seeds, and optional chili oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course