Spicy Beef Ramen Creamy Garlic Sauce (Printable Version)
Bold, comforting noodle soup with tender spicy beef, rich creamy garlic sauce, and fresh toppings for the ultimate ramen experience.
# What You Need:
→ Beef & Marinade
01 - 14 oz beef sirloin, thinly sliced
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
04 - 1 tbsp Sriracha or chili paste
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Broth
07 - 5 cups chicken or beef broth
08 - 2 tbsp miso paste
09 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
10 - 1 tbsp mirin
11 - 1 tbsp chili oil
12 - 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, thinly sliced
13 - 2 green onions, white parts only
→ Creamy Garlic Sauce
14 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
15 - 5 garlic cloves, minced
16 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
17 - 1 tbsp cream cheese
18 - 1 tsp soy sauce
19 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Noodles & Toppings
20 - 12 oz fresh ramen noodles
21 - 4 soft-boiled eggs
22 - 1 cup bean sprouts
23 - 1 small bunch baby spinach
24 - 2 green onions, finely sliced
25 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
26 - 1 red chili, thinly sliced
# Directions:
01 - Combine beef slices with soy sauce, sesame oil, Sriracha, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl. Let marinate for 15 minutes to absorb flavors.
02 - Combine chicken or beef broth, miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, chili oil, ginger, and green onion whites in a large pot. Bring to simmer over medium heat, cover, and simmer gently for 20 minutes.
03 - Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Lower heat, add heavy cream and cream cheese, stirring until smooth. Add soy sauce, season with salt and pepper, and simmer gently for 3-4 minutes.
04 - Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Quickly sear the marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until just cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
05 - Boil ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and divide among serving bowls. Arrange halved soft-boiled eggs, bean sprouts, spinach, and seared beef over noodles.
06 - Ladle hot broth into each bowl. Drizzle creamy garlic sauce generously over the top. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and sliced red chili. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The silky garlic cream sauce creates this incredible velvety richness that balances perfectly against the spicy beef and umami broth
- Everything comes together in under an hour, but the complex flavors taste like they simmered all day
02 -
- Have your creamy garlic sauce ready before assembling the bowls, because once you ladle that hot broth you want to serve immediately
- Work quickly when searing the beef, overcooking makes it tough and you want it to remain tender and juicy
03 -
- Freeze your beef for 20 minutes before slicing to get those paper thin, restaurant style pieces effortlessly
- Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes to unlock their natural oils and boost their flavor