Description
Savory Korean ground beef noodles dance with bold, umami-packed flavors that elevate simple ingredients into a quick weeknight meal. Spicy, saucy strands intertwine with perfectly seasoned meat, promising a delicious journey through Korean cuisine that satisfies deep hunger.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 250 g (8.8 ounces) ground beef
Noodles and Seasonings:
- 120 g (4.2 ounces) vermicelli
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons white pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 2 tablespoons spring onion (chopped)
Oils and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 tablespoons Chinese dark vinegar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chinese chili oil (optional)
Instructions
- Warm a skillet over medium-high temperature, drizzling vegetable oil to coat the surface evenly.
- Crumble ground beef into the pan, searing until golden brown and no pink remains, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Introduce aromatic ginger, soy sauce, and white pepper, stirring to infuse the meat with robust flavors.
- Create a smooth corn flour mixture by whisking with cool water, then pour into the skillet to develop a silky sauce consistency.
- Simmer the sauce until it thickens and coats the beef, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped spring onions into the beef, allowing them to release their vibrant essence for 30-45 seconds.
- Simultaneously, prepare vermicelli in a separate pot, following package guidelines for precise cooking time.
- Drain noodles thoroughly, then gently fold them into the seasoned beef mixture.
- Enhance the dish’s complexity by drizzling Chinese dark vinegar and chili oil, creating a tantalizing flavor profile.
- Transfer to serving plates immediately, ensuring the dish remains piping hot and appetizing.
Notes
- Swap beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter protein option that keeps the dish versatile and diet-friendly.
- Control spice levels by adjusting white pepper and chili oil amounts, allowing personalization for different heat tolerances.
- Enhance nutrition by adding extra vegetables like julienned carrots or sliced bell peppers during beef cooking stage for increased fiber and color.
- Prevent noodles from becoming mushy by slightly undercooking them before mixing with beef mixture, ensuring a perfect al dente texture that absorbs sauce beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 538 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg