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Korean Beef Noodles Easy Ultimate

This Korean Beef Noodles recipe delivers tender, savory beef and perfectly cooked noodles coated in a sweet, salty, and slightly spicy sauce. It's a quick and easy meal that's ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce, low-sodium preferred
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 8 ounces Asian-style noodles Yakisoba, spaghetti, linguine, or ramen
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce, low-sodium preferred
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1-2 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish
  • Red pepper flakes, for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • small bowl
  • Large skillet or wok
  • whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Pot for cooking noodles
  • colander

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to an hour in the refrigerator.
  2. While the beef is marinating, cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain the noodles and set them aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, gochujang, water, and cornstarch. Ensure there are no lumps of cornstarch.
  4. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. This should take about 5-7 minutes, depending on the thickness of your beef slices. Cook the beef in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  5. Pour the sauce over the cooked beef and bring to a simmer. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce and beef.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve immediately.

Notes

Thinly sliced beef is key for tenderness. Don't overcook the beef. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of gochujang. Add your favorite vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, or broccoli. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free tamari and noodles. To make it vegetarian/vegan, substitute the beef with tofu or mushrooms. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or skillet with a splash of water or broth.