Spicy Korean Ramen Grilled Beef (Print-Friendly Version)

Springy noodles tossed with grilled beef and creamy sauce for a spicy Korean-inspired comfort dish bursting with bold flavors.

# What You Need:

→ Grilled Beef

01 - 300 g ribeye or sirloin steak
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
05 - 1 teaspoon brown sugar
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Ramen

08 - 2 packs instant ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
09 - 480 ml chicken or beef broth
10 - 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
11 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce
12 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
14 - Salt, to taste

→ Creamy Sauce

15 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise (preferably Kewpie)
16 - 1 tablespoon sriracha or Korean chili sauce
17 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
18 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
19 - Pinch of sugar (optional)

→ Garnishes

20 - 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
21 - 1 teaspoon toasted black sesame seeds
22 - Extra chili oil or gochugaru (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, and black pepper in a bowl. Add the steak and evenly coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for enhanced flavor.
02 - Mix mayonnaise, sriracha or Korean chili sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and a pinch of sugar in a small bowl until smooth. Chill until ready for serving.
03 - In a pot, bring the broth to a simmer. Add gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt to taste. Cook the ramen noodles until just al dente, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
04 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over high heat. Sear the marinated steak for 2–3 minutes per side until well caramelized. Rest for several minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
05 - Divide the noodles and broth into serving bowls. Top each portion with sliced grilled beef, drizzle with creamy sauce, and finish with green onions, black sesame seeds, and extra chili oil or gochugaru if desired.

# Important Notes:

01 - For deeper flavor, marinate the beef overnight and use Kewpie mayonnaise for a silkier sauce.