Korean Beef Ramen
Korean beef ramen turns packets of ramen noodles into a full meal in under 30 minutes! Just add some ground beef and seasoning and dinner is done and delicious!
Servings: 4
Calories: 564kcal
Ingredients
- 2 3 oz pkts ramen noodles seasoning packets discarded
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tsp ginger paste
- 3 cloves garlic pressed or minced
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 packed cup brown sugar
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 green onions thinly sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a medium pot then add the noodles and cook, stirring occasionally, for three minutes.2 3 oz pkts ramen noodles
- Strain the noodles and run them under cold water just long enough to stop them cooking. Set aside.
- Add the beef to a skillet, cooking and crumbling, until browned throughout- about 6-8 minutes. Drain off grease.1 lb ground beef
- Add the ginger paste and garlic to the beef and stir to combine. Continue cooking for another 60 seconds.2 tsp ginger paste, 3 cloves garlic
- Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet, stir everything together until evenly combined, and cook for 2-3 more minutes.1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/3 packed cup brown sugar, salt and pepper
- Add the noodles to the skillet and gently toss with the sauce until evenly combined, then cook for another 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Serve warm topped with green onions, and enjoy!4 green onions
Notes
- Add a little heat with some chili paste or chili flakes.
- You could substitute ground chicken for ground beef.
- Other garnish options include sesame seeds, fried wonton strips, crispy chow mein noodles, and lime wedges.
Nutrition
Calories: 564kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 2030mg | Potassium: 490mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 125IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 5mg