Korean Beef Noodles: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
Savor the rich and comforting flavors of Korean Beef Noodles, a hearty slow-cooked dish featuring tender beef chuck simmered in a savory, spicy broth with ginger, garlic, and gochujang, served over fresh or dried noodles and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Perfect for a cozy meal with authentic Korean-inspired taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (slow cooker on low) or 3-4 hours (slow cooker on high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
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Beef and Broth
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups water
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1 cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ginger, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
Noodles and Garnish
- 1 pound fresh or dried noodles (such as udon or ramen)
- 3 green onions, sliced for garnish
- Sesame seeds for topping (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Season the beef chunks evenly with black pepper to enhance the flavor and set aside.
- Mix the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, and gochujang, stirring thoroughly until the brown sugar is completely dissolved to create a flavorful sauce.
- Place in Slow Cooker: Transfer the seasoned beef pieces to the slow cooker, then pour the prepared sauce mixture evenly over the beef.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to low heat for 6-8 hours or high heat for 3-4 hours. Allow the beef to cook slowly until it becomes tender and easily shredded.
- Prepare Noodles: Approximately 15 to 20 minutes before the beef finishes cooking, cook the fresh or dried noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles well and set aside.
- Combine: Once the beef is tender, add the cooked noodles directly into the slow cooker. Gently stir to combine the noodles with the beef and allow them to soak up some of the flavorful broth.
- Serve: Ladle the Korean Beef Noodles into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro leaves if desired for enhanced flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of gochujang according to your heat preference.
- Beef chuck works best for slow cooking as it becomes tender and flavorful over long cooking times.
- You can substitute fresh noodles with dried noodles such as udon or ramen depending on availability.
- Optional garnishes like sesame seeds and cilantro add texture and freshness but can be omitted if not preferred.
- If you don’t have a slow cooker, this dish can be simmered on the stovetop in a heavy pot over low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
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