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Jjapaguri with (Flank) Steak
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Jjapaguri with (Flank) Steak

Two different kinds of instant ramen are combined together and topped with steak. I choose to use flank steak because of the beefy taste and how easy it is to cook. The thin slices of steak go so well with the noodles. This dish was all the rage because of the movie "Parasite," and after finally making it, I can see why.
Servings: 2 people
Author: Chef Julie Yoon

Ingredients

  • Vegetable oil for cooking steak
  • ½-1 pound small flank steak
  • 1 pack of Chapaghetti noodles, dried vegetable mix, seasoning mix, and oil
  • 1 pack Neoguri noodles, vegetable mix, and 3/4 pack of seasoning mix
  • 1 cup reserved cooking water
  • 1 red chili pepper, thinly sliced
  • Julienned Persian or English cucumber
  • Scallions, thinly sliced or shredded (*refer to video)
  • Toasted sesame seeds, white or black (optional)
  • Danmuji (Yellow Pickled Radish) for serving on the side

Instructions

  • Season both sides of a small piece of flank steak with salt and pepper. Heat a pan with some oil until just smoking. Add the steak and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side, 125ºF in the thickest part for rare, or 130ºF for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board, lightly tent with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes, to allow the juices redistribute.
  • Meanwhile, get all your garnishes ready and bring a pot of water (about 4 cups) to a boil. Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain, and keep warm with the foil.
  • Boil both packs of noodles, along with both of the vegetable packets for about 2-3 minutes, or until al dente. You want them to remain undercooked because the noodles will be cooked more in the sauce later.
  • Dump the noodles in a strainer set over a large bowl. Reserve the cooking water, and fish out about 1 cup of it.
  • Add the noodles back to the pot. Add the whole packet of the Chapaghetti seasoning packet and about 3/4 of the Neoguri seasoning packet, along with the reserved 1 cup of water. Stir together over medium heat until most of the sauce is absorbed. Feel free to add a little more water if it gets too dry. Divide between two bowls, top with the sliced steak, julienned cucumber, sliced chili pepper, scallions, and sesame seeds. Serve with a side of danmuji (pickled radish).