Grandma’s Secret Ground Beef Chow Mein Casserole

Savory Peanut Beef Ramen 🍜🥜

This quick, flavor-packed ramen upgrades instant noodles with a rich peanut sauce, savory ground beef, and crisp veggies—ready in 20 minutes!

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• 2 packs instant ramen (discard seasoning packets or use half)

• ½ lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)

• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp ginger, grated

• 2 green onions, sliced (whites + greens separated)

• 1 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil)

• 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)

• Lime wedges, cilantro, and crushed peanuts for garnish

Peanut Sauce:

• 3 tbsp peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

• ½ cup warm water (to thin)

Instructions

1. Cook ramen according to package (discard seasoning). Drain and set aside.

2. Brown beef: Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium-high. Add beef, garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions. Cook until beef is crispy (5-6 mins).

3. Add veggies: Toss in bell pepper; stir-fry 2-3 mins until slightly soft.

4. Make sauce: Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and water until smooth. Pour into pan with beef and stir to coat.

5. Combine: Add cooked ramen and sriracha; toss everything together.

6. Garnish with green onions, cilantro, peanuts, and a squeeze of lime.

Why You’ll Love It

• Bold, balanced flavors: Salty, sweet, spicy, and nutty.

• Pantry-friendly: Uses instant ramen in a gourmet way.

• Customizable: Add spinach, mushrooms, or a fried egg!

Pair with: A cold beer or iced jasmine tea. 🍺

(Tip: For extra creaminess, swirl in a spoonful of coconut milk!)