20-Minute Beef Gochujang Noodles
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
462 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Korean
20-Minute Beef Gochujang Noodles
Description
20-Minute Beef Gochujang Noodles feature udon or similar noodles tossed in a rich sauce made from gochujang, honey, and rice wine. Ground beef cooked with green onions and garlic is coated in the thickened sauce flavored with freshly grated apple, which adds a subtle sweetness and moisture. Sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds finish the dish, bringing a nutty aroma and texture contrast.
The noodles provide a chewy bite that balances the spicy, sweet, and savory sauce. Shredded cucumber on top adds cooling crunch to the warm dish. The method of cooking the beef and sauce in one pan makes for straightforward preparation and cleanup.
Suitable variations include using different noodle types and substituting plant-based proteins or omitting beef. Adjust the gochujang level according to heat preference, and apple juice can replace grated apple if needed.
Ingredients
- 4 ervings udon noodles see note below, fresh, or egg noodles
- 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 3-4 green onion chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 1/2 lb ground beef preferably 90% lean. See note for vegetarian or vegan option
- 1/2 apple seeded. See note for substitute, small sweet
- 2-3 tbsp gochujang see note below
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice wine or 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds toasted
- 1 English cucumber shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the Noodles: Cook your choice of noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.Note: If using fresh wheat noodles (such as ramen noodles), rinse under water to remove extra starch, and coat with a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Beef Mixture: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add green onion and garlic; stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink and cooked through.
- Add Apple and Seasonings: Turn off the heat. Use a fine grater to grate the apple directly over the beef mixture. Turn the heat back on, add gochujang, honey, and rice wine; stir to combine. Continue to stir-fry the sauce until it thickens, about 3 minutes.
- Combine Noodles and Sauce: Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds. Add the noodles to the skillet and give everything a good toss to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Serve: Place individual portions of noodles in a bowl, top with shredded cucumber, and serve right away. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh udon, egg, or ramen noodles for best texture; avoid thin wheat noodles as they may break.
- To reduce spiciness, decrease gochujang and add soy sauce for seasoning balance.
- Substitute grated apple with 1/4 cup apple or pineapple juice if fresh apple is unavailable.
- For a vegetarian or vegan version, replace ground beef with plant-based protein or omit it entirely.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 462 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 462kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 919mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 446mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 202IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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