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A close-up of Spicy Korean Ramen with perfectly grilled beef slices, drizzled with creamy sauce and topped with scallions and black sesame seeds.

Spicy Korean Ramen with Grilled Beef & Creamy Sauce

This recipe combines tender grilled beef with spicy Korean ramen, all brought together by a rich, creamy sauce. It's a restaurant-quality dish you can make at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion, Korean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Grilled Beef
  • 300 g ribeye or sirloin steak
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp gochujang
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
For the Ramen
  • 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
  • to taste salt
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise Kewpie preferred
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or Korean chili sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • pinch sugar optional
Garnishes
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions
  • 1 tsp toasted black sesame seeds
  • optional extra chili oil or gochugaru

Equipment

  • Grill Pan
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, and pepper. Add beef and marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. In another small bowl, mix all creamy sauce ingredients until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
  3. 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.
  4. Heat grill pan or skillet over high heat. Sear beef 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized. Let rest, then slice against the grain.
  5. Assemble bowls: add noodles and broth, top with creamy sauce, grilled beef, green onions, sesame seeds, and extra spice if desired.

Notes

This recipe was inspired by a memorable trip to Seoul, where the vibrant flavors of Korean ramen first captivated the author. After much experimentation, the perfect balance of grilled beef and creamy sauce was achieved, creating a dish that evokes the bustling street markets of Korea.

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