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Korean Beef Noodles

Korean Beef Noodles: Comfort in Every Savory Slurp

Korean Beef Noodles offer a comforting and delicious meal, combining tender beef with chewy noodles for a satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck or brisket for richer flavor
  • 4 cups Beef Broth chicken broth can be a lighter alternative
  • 1 cup Water adjust for desired soupiness
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce tamari is a gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar honey or maple syrup can work as substitutes
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger fresh ginger preferred, ground ginger can be used
  • 4 cloves Garlic use fresh minced for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil olive oil can alter flavor slightly
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground is ideal
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) substitute with sriracha to taste
For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Noodles (Udon/Ramen) gluten-free noodles can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds optional topping
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro optional garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Beef: Cut beef chuck into 1-inch chunks, season with black pepper, and set aside.
  2. Mix the Sauce: Whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and gochujang in a bowl until combined.
  3. Place in Slow Cooker: Transfer seasoned beef to slow cooker, pour sauce mixture over, coating all pieces.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  5. Prepare Noodles: About 15-20 minutes before beef is done, cook noodles according to package instructions.
  6. Combine: Stir in cooked noodles gently into the slow cooker with the beef.
  7. Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Taste as you go and adjust gochujang for spice tolerance. Use tamari for gluten-free soy sauce.

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