Spicy Beef Ramen With Creamy Garlic Sauce (Printable)

Bold Japanese fusion noodle soup with tender spicy beef, rich creamy garlic sauce, and fresh toppings for ultimate comfort.

# What You’ll 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 (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Combine beef slices with soy sauce, sesame oil, Sriracha, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl. Let sit for at least 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 a simmer over medium heat, cover, and gently simmer for 20 minutes.
03 - Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Lower heat, stir in heavy cream and cream cheese until smooth. Add soy sauce, season with salt and pepper, and simmer gently for 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
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 well and divide among serving bowls. Arrange halved soft-boiled eggs, bean sprouts, spinach, and seared beef over the 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 if using. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The spicy beef and creamy sauce create this incredible contrast that keeps every bite interesting
  • It comes together faster than you'd think for something that tastes restaurant quality
02 -
  • Don't let the garlic sauce come to a rolling boil or it might separate and get grainy
  • The broth keeps getting better overnight so make extra if you can
03 -
  • Freeze your beef for 30 minutes before slicing it will cut like butter
  • The eggs should be exactly 6 minutes and 30 seconds for that perfect jammy center