Chili Crisp Beef Ramen Noodles
This easy one pan dinner brings together savory beef and tender noodles in a spicy, flavorful sauce in just 20 minutes.
recipesbynani.comIf you are looking for a quick weeknight meal that tastes like takeout, you have come to the right place. This dish is a favorite in my house because it uses simple pantry staples and cleans up in a flash since everything cooks in one skillet. It really takes the stress out of busy evenings when you need something hot and filling on the table fast.
The secret is the balance of brown sugar, soy sauce, and a generous spoonful of chili crisp. If you like your food extra spicy, do not be shy about adding an extra scoop of chili crisp right at the end. You can easily swap the beef for ground turkey or chicken if that is what you have on hand.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chili crisp, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 10 ounces packaged ramen noodles, seasoning packet removed
- 2 cups beef broth, plus more if needed
- Sliced green onions for garnish
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium high heat for 5 to 7 minutes until no longer pink.
- 2
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, chili crisp, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger paste, and cornstarch.
- 4
Pour the sauce over the beef and let it simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
- 5
Add the ramen noodles and beef broth to the skillet.
- 6
Cover with a lid and steam for a few minutes, stirring occasionally until the noodles are tender and the sauce has thickened.
- 7
Garnish with fresh green onions and an extra drizzle of chili crisp before serving.
💡 Tips
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you are ready to eat again, simply reheat the noodles in the microwave until they are warmed through. Feel free to add a splash of extra broth if the sauce has thickened too much in the fridge.
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