Spicy Beef Ramen Soft Boiled (Printable)

Tender beef in spicy broth with soft boiled eggs, mushrooms, greens, and noodles for a hearty meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef

01 - 10 oz beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
02 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tsp sesame oil
04 - 1 tsp cornstarch
05 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Broth

06 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
07 - 1 onion, finely sliced
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tbsp ginger, grated
10 - 2 tbsp chili paste (gochujang or sambal oelek)
11 - 1 tbsp miso paste
12 - 6 cups chicken or beef stock
13 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
14 - 1 tbsp mirin (optional)
15 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
16 - 1 tsp sugar

→ Noodles & Toppings

17 - 4 portions fresh or dried ramen noodles
18 - 4 large eggs
19 - 3.5 oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced
20 - 3.5 oz baby spinach or bok choy
21 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
22 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
23 - 1 sheet nori, cut into strips
24 - Red chili flakes, to taste

# How To Make:

01 - Combine sliced beef with soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and black pepper in a bowl. Set aside for at least 10 minutes.
02 - Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil. Gently lower in eggs and cook for 6 to 7 minutes for soft yolks. Transfer to ice water, cool, peel, and halve.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger and sauté until fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Stir in chili paste and miso paste; cook for 1 minute. Add stock, soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, and sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
05 - Add marinated beef and sliced mushrooms to the simmering broth. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until beef is just cooked and mushrooms are tender. Add spinach or bok choy and cook until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
06 - Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and briefly rinse under hot water.
07 - Divide noodles between bowls. Ladle hot broth with beef, mushrooms, and greens over noodles. Top each bowl with halved soft-boiled eggs, spring onions, sesame seeds, nori strips, and chili flakes as desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The broth is deeply savory with just enough spice to wake up your taste buds without overwhelming them.
  • Soft-boiled eggs with jammy yolks make every bite feel indulgent and restaurant-quality.
  • It comes together in under an hour, so you can have a satisfying homemade ramen on a weeknight.
  • The marinated beef stays tender and soaks up all the flavors from the broth beautifully.
02 -
  • Don't overcook the eggs or you'll lose those creamy, golden yolks that make the dish so satisfying.
  • Marinating the beef for at least 10 minutes makes a noticeable difference in tenderness and flavor.
  • Taste the broth before adding the beef and adjust the seasoning, because once everything is in, it's harder to fix.
  • Use a gentle simmer instead of a rolling boil to keep the broth clear and the beef tender.
03 -
  • Slice the beef while it's partially frozen for the thinnest, most tender pieces.
  • Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for a minute before sprinkling them on top to bring out their nutty flavor.
  • If your broth tastes flat, a splash of fish sauce or a squeeze of lime juice can brighten it up instantly.
  • Use a spider strainer or slotted spoon to fish out the eggs gently so they don't crack and lose their yolks.

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