Description
Hearty ground beef ramen noodles deliver a comforting fusion of Asian-inspired flavors and robust protein. Simmering with savory seasonings and tender noodles, this quick meal satisfies hunger with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness you can savor in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) lean ground beef
- 3 packages instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
Vegetables:
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 3/4 cup (120 grams) matchstick-cut carrots
- 2 cups (300 grams) diced broccoli florets
Sauce and Liquids:
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce, or to taste
Instructions
- Warm a spacious pan with olive oil, introducing finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger, sautéing until the onion turns translucent and aromatic.
- Introduce ground beef into the pan, breaking it into small crumbles and browning thoroughly while stirring consistently.
- Incorporate colorful chopped bell peppers, broccoli florets, and julienned carrots, allowing vegetables to soften and develop a vibrant texture for 3-4 minutes.
- Whisk the sauce ingredients in a separate mixing bowl, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and consistent texture.
- Stream the prepared sauce over the meat and vegetable mixture, reducing heat and allowing the liquid to simmer and slightly thicken for 2-3 minutes.
- Simultaneously prepare instant ramen noodles in a separate pot, discarding the seasoning packets and draining excess water completely.
- Gently fold the cooked noodles into the skillet, ensuring an even distribution of meat, vegetables, and sauce.
- Transfer the complete mixture to serving plates, ensuring each portion receives an equal balance of ingredients and garnish as desired.
Notes
- Customize noodle texture by slightly undercooking them for a firmer bite, preventing mushiness when mixed with the beef and vegetables.
- Replace ground beef with plant-based crumbles or tofu for a vegetarian version that maintains the dish’s robust flavor profile.
- Control sauce thickness by adjusting cornstarch quantity – less cornstarch creates a lighter glaze, more creates a richer, more clingy coating.
- Enhance meal prep efficiency by chopping vegetables in advance and storing them in sealed containers, reducing total cooking time by 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg