Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Slow Cooker Korean Beef Noodles Recipe, a perfect blend of tender beef and savory-sweet sauce that brings a comforting touch to your dining table. This dish features hearty udon noodles, which soak up the delicious sauce, creating an irresistible meal ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can enjoy this delectable fusion dish without spending hours in the kitchen. Easy to customize with various proteins and garnishes, this recipe guarantees satisfaction for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 1 large onion
- 2 tablespoons gochujang
- 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 3 1/2 ounces low-sodium beef stock
- 14 ounces ox cheek (or substitute ox tail, short ribs, or chuck roast)
- 4 pouches ready-to-use udon noodles
- 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh coriander, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds, for garnish
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, mix the diced onion, gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic-ginger paste, tomato paste, and beef stock.
- Place the ox cheek on top of the sauce mixture. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until tender. Shred the meat and return it to the slow cooker.
- Add udon noodles and fresh coriander; switch to high heat and cook for an additional 25 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with black sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg