Look, instant ramen is a delight. It’s super quick, it’s super cheap, and it also manages to be super tasty, so there’s absolutely nothing wrong with making it just as the package intends you to. But! There are tons of ways you can use that ramen packet that are a little more elevated than how you cooked it in your college dorm room. Case in point, this Ground Beef Ramen Skillet. It takes that very same packet of quick-cooking noodles and uses them in a salty, savory stir fry that still makes for a super quick meal, but feels a little more well-rounded and unique. (Thanks beef and veggies!)
Yield(s): Serves 4 | 15 m prep time | 15 m cook time
INGREDIENTS
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 large white onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece ginger, grated
1 lb lean ground beef
1 red bell pepper, sliced thinly
2 cups broccoli florets, diced
3/4 cup carrots, cut into matchsticks
3 packages instant ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
FOR THE SAUCE:
2 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
1/3 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
FOR SERVING:
Green onion, minced
Sesame seeds
