Description
A quick and flavorful Korean-inspired ground beef ramen, packed with savory, sweet, and spicy flavors, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 packs instant ramen noodles
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup baby spinach
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and gochujang, mixing well.
- Pour in beef broth and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Add cooked ramen noodles, carrots, spinach, and green onions, tossing everything together.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions before serving.
Notes
Adjust the spice level by adding more or less gochujang. For extra flavor, top with a soft-boiled egg.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: ramen, ground beef, korean style, spicy noodles, quick dinner