Spicy Korean Stir-Fry Noodles with Flank Steak
Quick and delicious, this Spicy Korean Stir-Fry Noodles recipe brings a burst of flavor to your dinner table. Utilizing tender flank steak and classic Korean gochujang, this dish layers savory and spicy notes, making it a satisfying meal for any weeknight. Paired with fresh vegetables and hearty ramen noodles that soak up all the delicious sauce, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packs a punch of umami that will impress family and friends alike!
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flank steak
1 lb (Trimmed and sliced)
Oil (for cooking)
2 tablespoons (Vegetable oil or sesame oil)
Gochujang (Korean chile paste)
4 tablespoons (N/A)
Green onions
2 tablespoons (Thinly sliced)
Soy sauce
2 tablespoons (N/A)
Rice vinegar
2 tablespoons (N/A)
Garlic
4 teaspoons (Minced)
Ground ginger
1 teaspoon (N/A)
Sesame oil
1 tablespoon (N/A)
Sugar
4 teaspoons (N/A)
Beef ramen noodles
2 (3 ounce) packages (Including seasoning packets)
Water
2 cups (N/A)
White onion
1/2 (Thinly sliced)
Mushrooms
1/2 cup (Sliced)
Instructions
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1. In a mixing bowl, combine the gochujang, thinly sliced green onions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, sesame oil, and sugar. Whisk until well-blended.
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2. Transfer half of this marinade into a large ziplock bag and add the flank steak. Seal the bag, ensuring it's well-coated, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight for deeper flavor absorption. Reserve the remaining marinade in the fridge for later use.
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3. Heat oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the marinated steak in the pan (discarding the marinade from the bag). Cook for 5-8 minutes on each side until the steak is nicely browned.
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4. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest on a cutting board. In the same pan, add the sliced onions, mushrooms, ramen noodles, reserved ramen seasoning, and the earlier reserved marinade. Pour in the two cups of water, then bring to a gentle simmer.
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5. Cook the noodle mixture for about 5-7 minutes, or until the ramen noodles are tender.
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6. While the noodles are cooking, slice the rested steak thinly against the grain. Once the noodles are ready, add the steak strips and any remaining sauce to the pan, stirring to combine everything well. Heat for an additional couple of minutes to warm through.
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7. Serve the dish hot, garnishing with extra green onions if desired. Enjoy your flavorful, homemade spicy Korean noodle bowl!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary dish for this recipe?
The recipe is for Spicy Korean Stir-Fry Noodles with Flank Steak, featuring tender beef and gochujang sauce.
What type of beef should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of flank steak, trimmed and sliced.
What is the main spicy ingredient in the sauce?
The heat comes from 4 tablespoons of gochujang, which is a classic Korean chile paste.
What kind of noodles are used in this stir-fry?
The dish uses two 3-ounce packages of beef ramen noodles.
How long should the steak be marinated?
You should marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor absorption.
What ingredients are needed for the marinade?
The marinade includes gochujang, green onions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, sesame oil, and sugar.
Should I use all of the marinade on the meat?
No, you should transfer half of the marinade to the bag with the steak and reserve the other half in the fridge for later use.
How long does it take to cook the steak?
Cook the steak in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5-8 minutes on each side until browned.
Do I need to rest the steak after cooking?
Yes, remove the steak from the pan and let it rest on a cutting board before slicing.
How should the flank steak be sliced?
The steak should be sliced thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
What vegetables are included in the noodle mixture?
The stir-fry includes half of a thinly sliced white onion and 1/2 cup of sliced mushrooms.
Do I use the ramen seasoning packets?
Yes, the reserved ramen seasoning packets are added to the pan with the noodles and water.
How much water is added to the pan?
You will need 2 cups of water to cook the ramen noodles and form the sauce.
How long do the noodles take to cook?
The noodles should simmer for about 5-7 minutes or until they are tender.
When do I add the sliced steak back into the dish?
Add the steak strips and any remaining sauce once the noodles are ready, then heat for a couple of minutes.
What is the suggested garnish for this dish?
You can garnish the final dish with extra thinly sliced green onions.
How much garlic is required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 4 teaspoons of minced garlic.
What type of oil is used for frying?
You can use 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil or sesame oil.
How much sugar is included in the marinade?
The recipe uses 4 teaspoons of sugar to balance the savory and spicy flavors.
Is this recipe considered a quick meal?
Yes, it is described as a quick and delicious weeknight dinner option.
What type of vinegar is used?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar.
How much ginger is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of ground ginger.
Can I use a different type of noodle?
While beef ramen noodles are specified, other quick-cooking noodles could work with the same method.
Is the steak cooked at the same time as the noodles?
No, the steak is cooked first, removed to rest, and then added back after the noodles have simmered.
What heat setting is used for the skillet?
The steak should be cooked over medium-high heat.
What should I do with the marinade left in the ziplock bag?
The marinade from the bag used with the raw steak should be discarded.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
While not explicitly stated, the 1 lb of steak and 2 ramen packages typically serve 2 to 4 people.
Does the recipe use soy sauce?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce are included in the marinade mixture.
What is the total count of ingredients?
There are 14 ingredients used in this Spicy Korean Stir-Fry recipe.
What are the main flavor notes of this dish?
The dish features a punch of umami, savory notes from the beef and soy, and spicy notes from the gochujang.