Description
Indulge in a flavorful twist on a classic favorite with General Tso’s Meatball Ramen. This dish features juicy meatballs made from ground beef, coated in a savory General Tso sauce, and served over tender ramen noodles for a delightful dining experience. Perfectly suited for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, this recipe combines the comfort of homemade cooking with the excitement of Asian-inspired flavors. Customize your bowl with fresh vegetables and spices to suit your taste, ensuring every bite is satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 stalks green onion (sliced)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup vegetable stock
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- Instant ramen noodles
- Green chilis (sliced)
- Green onions (sliced)
- Black sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, sliced green onions, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs and coat each in cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat and cook meatballs until golden brown on all sides. Drain excess fat.
- In the same pan, add vegetable stock, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and hoisin sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer before returning meatballs to the pan for about 8 minutes.
- Prepare ramen noodles according to package instructions while meatballs simmer.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked ramen noodles topped with meatballs and drizzle with sauce. Garnish with sliced green chilis and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg