Juicy Steak Ramen Recipe
By Maya Chen
This juicy steak ramen tops a savory garlic-soy broth with thin slices of seared, garlic-butter-basted steak for a bowl that feels like a special-occasion dinner but comes together in about 30 minutes.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Feels like a steakhouse dinner and a cozy noodle bowl in one.
- The garlic-butter basting technique keeps the steak incredibly juicy.
- Impressive enough for guests but ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients Needed
- 12 ounces ribeye or sirloin steak
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 sprig fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- 5 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 8 ounces ramen noodles
- 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- salt and black pepper, to taste
How to Make Juicy Steak Ramen
- 1Pat the steak dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- 2Heat a heavy skillet over high heat until very hot. Sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for your preferred doneness.
- 3Add the butter, smashed garlic, and thyme to the skillet in the last minute of cooking, tilting the pan and spooning the melted butter over the steak.
- 4Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- 5Meanwhile, bring the beef broth to a simmer in a pot with the soy sauce, grated garlic, and rice vinegar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- 6Cook the ramen noodles separately according to the package instructions, then drain.
- 7Divide the noodles among bowls, ladle the broth over the top, and fan the sliced steak over each bowl. Finish with the egg and scallions.
What to Add
Make it your own — here are a few ways to customize this bowl.
Vegetables
Sautéed mushrooms or bok choy pair especially well with the steak and garlic butter.
Richness
Spoon any extra garlic butter from the pan over the finished bowl for even more flavor.
Heat
A drizzle of chili oil adds a spicy contrast to the rich, beefy broth.
Crunch
Crispy fried onions or toasted sesame seeds add texture on top.
Reviews
Trent K.
July 6, 2026This is restaurant-quality. The garlic butter steak on top of the broth is incredible.
Simona R.
June 15, 2026Made this for a date night dinner and it was a huge hit. Will absolutely make again.
Andre F.
May 27, 2026Great recipe. The resting step really does keep the steak juicy — don't skip it.
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Juicy Steak Ramen
4.8 from 112 reviews
This juicy steak ramen tops a savory garlic-soy broth with thin slices of seared, garlic-butter-basted steak for a bowl that feels like a special-occasion dinner but comes together in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces ribeye or sirloin steak
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 sprig fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- 5 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 8 ounces ramen noodles
- 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1Pat the steak dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- 2Heat a heavy skillet over high heat until very hot. Sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for your preferred doneness.
- 3Add the butter, smashed garlic, and thyme to the skillet in the last minute of cooking, tilting the pan and spooning the melted butter over the steak.
- 4Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- 5Meanwhile, bring the beef broth to a simmer in a pot with the soy sauce, grated garlic, and rice vinegar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- 6Cook the ramen noodles separately according to the package instructions, then drain.
- 7Divide the noodles among bowls, ladle the broth over the top, and fan the sliced steak over each bowl. Finish with the egg and scallions.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving
Nutrition is an estimate and will vary based on the exact ingredients and brands used.