Quick Asian Beef Ramen Noodles
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
7 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
626 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Quick Asian Beef Ramen Noodles
Description
Quick Asian Beef Ramen Noodles mixes sautéed garlic and onion in sesame and neutral oil with ground beef, cooked until just browned. A sauce made with dark soy sauce, oyster or hoisin sauce, and mirin coats the beef as it caramelizes slightly. Adding water and ramen noodles initiates cooking the noodles in the same pan, allowing the flavors to meld. Bean sprouts stir through last, adding crunch and freshness.
The dish highlights the savory and slightly sweet sauce flavors typical of Asian cooking, balanced by the nuttiness of sesame oil and the chewiness of ramen noodles. The quick cooking preserves moisture in the beef and snaps in the bean sprouts. Tossing the noodles through the sauce ensures every strand carries flavor while maintaining a tender bite.
Serve this meal immediately garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. It's suitable as a standalone lunch or dinner with minimal side preparation, leveraging pantry staples like instant noodles and common Asian condiments.
Notes include suggestions for noodle substitutions, soy sauce variations, and scaling instructions. Using toasted sesame oil enhances aroma, and ground beef can be swapped with other ground meats. The total cook time aligns with noodle package directions, and water may be added to adjust noodle doneness.
Ingredients
- 2 ramen noodles discard seasoning (Note 1, or other instant noodles, packets
- 1 tsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 2 tsp sesame oil (or more oil) (Note 2)
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1/2 onion , sliced
- 200g / 7oz ground beef ground beef) (Note 3
- 1 1/4 cups (315 ml) water plus more as needed
- bean sprouts big handful
Sauce:
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce (Note 4)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (or Hoisin, Note 5)
- 2 tsp hoisin sauce (or more Oyster sauce)
- 1 tbsp mirin (Note 6)
Garnishes (optional):
- green onion or shallots, finely sliced
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Mix Sauce.
- Sauté onion and garlic - Heat oils in a medium skillet over high heat. Add onion and garlic, cook for 1 1/2 minutes until starting to go golden.
- Cook beef - Add beef and cook, breaking it up as you go, until it changes from pink to light brown.
- Caramelise beef - Add Sauce and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until well caramelised (see video).
- Add water and noodles - Push beef to the side to make enough space for the noodles. Add water, place noodles in water.
- Cook ramen - Leave for 45 seconds then turn. Leave for 30 seconds, then untangle the noodles, then toss through the beef.
- Add beansprouts, toss for 1 minute or until sauce reduces to coat the noodles and the noodles are cooked. (Note 7)
- Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Any instant or ramen noodle brand works; discard seasoning packets to control flavor.
- Use toasted sesame oil for a richer taste, or regular sesame oil if unavailable.
- Ground beef can be substituted with other minced meats like pork, chicken, or turkey.
- Dark soy sauce provides deeper color and flavor; light or all-purpose soy sauce can be used but results in lighter color.
- Mirin can be replaced with dry sherry, Chinese cooking wine, or a mixture of water and low sodium broth.
- Adjust water amount during cooking to ensure noodles are tender per packet instructions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 626 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 626cal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 1200mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 406mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 9.8mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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