Beef Ramen

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Make soft-boiled eggs: cook 4 eggs in simmering water for 6.5 minutes. Plunge into ice water. Peel and set aside.

2. 2

   Slice 1 lb of beef sirloin or flank against the grain into thin strips. Marinate 15 minutes: 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon sesame oil.

3. 3

   Make the broth: in a large pot, combine 6 cups of beef broth, ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons mirin (or rice vinegar + 1 teaspoon sugar), 1 tablespoon miso paste, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons grated ginger, 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Bring to a simmer. Cook 15 minutes.

4. 4

   While broth simmers, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear the marinated beef in batches for 60 seconds per side. Set aside.

5. 5

   Cook 4 portions of ramen noodles (fresh or dried) in the broth for 2-3 minutes until just tender.

6. 6

   Divide noodles and broth among 4 large bowls. Top with the seared beef, halved soft-boiled egg, sliced scallions, sliced bok choy or spinach (briefly wilted in the hot broth), bean sprouts, shredded carrot. Drizzle with chili oil. Serve immediately.