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Slow Cooker Korean Beef Noodles Recipe

Deliciously Easy Slow Cooker Korean Beef Noodles Recipe

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Slow Cooker Korean Beef Noodles, featuring tender beef and chewy udon noodles, effortlessly prepared in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours 5 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Substitute with shallots for milder flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Adjust to spice preference.
  • 1/4 cup Dark Soy Sauce Regular soy sauce can be used for lighter flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a suitable substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Packed Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a healthier option.
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic-Ginger Paste Freshly minced garlic and ginger can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Ketchup can work as a quick alternative.
  • 1 cup Beef Stock Vegetable stock can be a lighter option.
For the Beef & Noodles
  • 2 pounds Ox Cheek (or preferred beef cut) Chuck roast or short ribs are great alternatives.
  • 12 ounces Udon Noodles Substitute with soba, rice noodles, or ramen if desired.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Coriander Parsley or green onions can be used as substitutes.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In your slow cooker, combine the diced onion, gochujang, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, packed brown sugar, garlic-ginger paste, tomato paste, and beef stock. Stir well to create a rich sauce.
  2. Add the ox cheek (or preferred beef cut) to the slow cooker, coating it generously with the sauce mixture. Ensure the beef is fully submerged.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low heat for 8 hours until the beef is tender.
  4. After 8 hours, shred the beef using two forks, mixing it back into the slow cooker with the remaining sauce.
  5. Stir in the udon noodles into the mixture and set the cooker to high heat for an additional 25 minutes.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm, garnished with chopped coriander.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Always add udon noodles during the last 25 minutes of cooking to prevent them from becoming overly soft. Adjust the amount of gochujang based on your heat preference for a personal touch.

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