Easy Korean Beef Ramen Ready in 25 Minutes

Easy Korean Beef Ramen ready in 25 minutes is the ultimate comfort food. No more takeout! After making this many times, I discovered the trick to tender beef and perfect ramen. The crispy edges and rich, savory broth will make your kitchen cozy and inviting. Try it with my Easy Mujadara Lentils and Rice for a complete meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Mujadara Lentils and Rice Recipe and Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms Recipe.

What You'll Need for Easy Korean Beef Ramen Ready in 25 Minutes

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 packets instant ramen noodles
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tsp sugar
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: Green onions, chopped
• Optional: Soft-boiled egg, sliced
• Optional: Toasted sesame seeds
• Optional: Sriracha or gochujang, for extra heat

How to Make Easy Korean Beef Ramen Ready in 25 Minutes

1. Step 1: In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, and sugar. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Step 4: Add frozen mixed vegetables and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
5. Step 5: Break ramen noodles in half and add them to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
6. Step 6: Add 3 cups of water to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until noodles are tender and broth has thickened.
7. Step 7: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings.

Storing & Reheating Easy Korean Beef Ramen Ready in 25 Minutes

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the beef and vegetable mixture ahead of time. Store in the fridge and add the noodles and water when ready to serve.

Freezing Easy Korean Beef Ramen Ready in 25 Minutes

Freezing is not recommended for this dish.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free ramen noodles and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
• Best substitution: If you can't find gochujang, you can substitute it with a mix of Sriracha and soy sauce.
• Make-ahead: This dish is best served fresh, but you can prepare the beef and vegetable mixture ahead of time.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your broth is too thin, simmer it for a few more minutes to reduce and thicken.

Easy Korean Beef Ramen Ready in 25 Minutes

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

15 mins

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Total

25 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free (with GF noodles)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 packets instant ramen noodles
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables

Seasonings

• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tsp sugar
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

• Green onions, chopped
• Soft-boiled egg, sliced
• Toasted sesame seeds
• Sriracha or gochujang, for extra heat

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, and sugar. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Step 4: Add frozen mixed vegetables and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
5. Step 5: Break ramen noodles in half and add them to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
6. Step 6: Add 3 cups of water to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until noodles are tender and broth has thickened.
7. Step 7: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free ramen noodles and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
• Best substitution: If you can't find gochujang, you can substitute it with a mix of Sriracha and soy sauce.
• Make-ahead: This dish is best served fresh, but you can prepare the beef and vegetable mixture ahead of time.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your broth is too thin, simmer it for a few more minutes to reduce and thicken.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for this dish.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the beef and vegetable mixture ahead of time. Store in the fridge and add the noodles and water when ready to serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 28g
• Fat: 22g
• Carbs: 50g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 2100mg
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sat. Fat: 9g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Korean Beef Ramen Ready in 25 Minutes and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!