Description
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Korea with these Incredible Korean Beef Noodles. This dish combines tender marinated beef, fresh vegetables, and chewy noodles, all drizzled with a savory sauce for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin (or ground beef)
- 8 oz fresh or dried udon noodles (or ramen or rice noodles)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Optional: bok choy or spinach
- Optional: crushed peanuts or sesame seeds for garnish
- Non-alcoholic alternatives: apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: Start by thinly slicing the beef against the grain. In a bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and a teaspoon of sugar. Add the beef, tossing it well to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- Prepare the Noodles: If you’re using dried noodles, cook them according to the package instructions. Fresh noodles only need a quick boil, so keep an eye on them. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add sliced bell peppers and carrots, stirring frequently for about 3-4 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp. Toss in the green onions and cook for another minute.
- Cook the Beef: Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and let it sear without stirring for about 2 minutes. Once it’s browned, stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beef is cooked through.
- Combine: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and pour in an additional tablespoon of soy sauce and another teaspoon of gochujang. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Garnish: Serve your Korean beef noodles hot, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Don’t overcook the beef to keep it tender. Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of gochujang. Consider adding crushed peanuts or sesame seeds for extra crunch and flavor.