Korean Style BBQ Beef Noodles

a) Meanwhile, boil a full kettle.

b) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

c) Cut the lime into wedges.

a) Pour the boiled water into a large saucepan with 1/2 tsp salt and bring to a boil. 

b) Add the noodles and cook until tender, 4 mins.

c) Once cooked, drain in a sieve and run under cold water to stop them sticking together.

d) When the mince has browned, drain and discard any excess fat. Season with salt and pepper. IMPORTANT: The mince is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

a) Add the garlic and gochujang paste (add less if you'd prefer things milder) to the mince and fry until fragrant, 1 min.

b) Stir in the ketjap manis, soy and water for the sauce (see pantry for amount).

c) Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, 2-3 mins.

d) Meanwhile, crush the peanuts in the unopened sachet using a rolling pin.

a) Stir the BBQ sauce and a good squeeze of lime juice from a lime wedge into the sauce.

b) Add the noodles to the sauce and mix to coat.

c) Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. Add a splash of water if it's a little too thick.