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Slow Cooker Korean Beef Noodles Recipe

Slow Cooker Korean Beef Noodles Recipe for Effortless Comfort

Discover the comfort of Slow Cooker Korean Beef Noodles, a delightful dish with tender beef and udon noodles in a savory sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Sauce
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Adds sweetness and robust base flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Adjust to your desired heat level.
  • 1/4 cup Dark Soy Sauce Provides deep flavor and color.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Brightens the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Balances savory notes.
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic-Ginger Paste Key for aromatic richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Adds richness.
  • 2 cups Beef Stock Essential for moisture.
  • 2 pounds Ox Cheek Perfect for shredding.
For the Noodles and Garnish
  • 2 cups Udon Noodles Offers a delightful chewy texture.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Coriander Provides freshness.
  • 2 tablespoons Black Sesame Seeds For garnish, adding nutty flavor.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Sauce: Add the diced onion, gochujang, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic-ginger paste, tomato paste, and beef stock into your slow cooker. Stir until smooth.
  2. Add the Beef: Place the ox cheek on top of the sauce and cover. Cook on low for 8 hours.
  3. Shred the Beef: After cooking, shred the beef and return to the slow cooker, mixing well with the sauce.
  4. Cook the Noodles: Add the udon noodles and cook on high for 25 minutes.
  5. Final Touches: Adjust seasonings and sprinkle chopped coriander and black sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is versatile; swap in different beef cuts or noodles as desired. Perfect for meal prep.

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