Easy Korean Beef Ramen in 25 Minutes

Easy Korean Beef Ramen is a quick and delicious dinner ready in just 25 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to making it better than takeout is to cook the beef and vegetables separately. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Grilled Cheese and Classic Sweet Potato Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping.

What You'll Need for Easy Korean Beef Ramen 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 packs ramen noodles
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp gochujang
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp minced ginger
• Optional: Green onions
• Optional: Sesame seeds
• Optional: Soft-boiled egg

How to Make Easy Korean Beef Ramen in 25 Minutes

1. Cook the beef: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove beef and set aside.
2. Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add frozen vegetables and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
3. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, and sugar. Pour into the skillet with vegetables. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
4. Cook the noodles: In a separate pot, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
5. Combine and serve: Add cooked beef and noodles to the skillet with the sauce. Stir to combine. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Storing & Reheating Easy Korean Beef Ramen in 25 Minutes

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the beef and sauce ahead of time. Cook the noodles just before serving.

Freezing Easy Korean Beef Ramen in 25 Minutes

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a heartier meal, add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers to the vegetables.
• Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
• Make-ahead: Cook the noodles just before serving to prevent them from getting soggy.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved depending on your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little bit of water or broth.

Easy Korean Beef Ramen 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 (optional)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 packs ramen noodles
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables

Seasonings

• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp gochujang
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp minced ginger

Optional Toppings

• Green onions
• Sesame seeds
• Soft-boiled egg

Instructions

1. Cook the beef: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove beef and set aside.
2. Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add frozen vegetables and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
3. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, and sugar. Pour into the skillet with vegetables. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
4. Cook the noodles: In a separate pot, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
5. Combine and serve: Add cooked beef and noodles to the skillet with the sauce. Stir to combine. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a heartier meal, add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers to the vegetables.
• Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
• Make-ahead: Cook the noodles just before serving to prevent them from getting soggy.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved depending on your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little bit of water or broth.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the beef and sauce ahead of time. Cook the noodles just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 26g
• Carbs: 70g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 1800mg
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sat. Fat: 10g

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 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!