Description
Indulge in the heartwarming goodness of Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe. This comforting dish combines tender beef with rich, flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles for a delightful meal any night of the week. With easy preparation in your slow cooker, you can savor deep umami flavors from beef broth, soy sauce, and aromatic spices. Customize your bowl by adding fresh vegetables or toppings like green onions and Sriracha for an extra kick. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe delivers warmth and satisfaction—making it a favorite for cozy nights in.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 cups water
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 packs fresh ramen noodles
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sriracha or chili oil (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Season the beef chuck chunks with salt and pepper.
- Add the seasoned beef to the slow cooker. Top with sliced onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Pour in the beef broth and water. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Stir gently until well combined.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid. Set it to low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Allow cooking until the beef is tender enough to shred easily.
- About 10 minutes before serving, cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions in a separate pot.
- Just before serving, stir in baby spinach into the slow cooker. Let it wilt slightly in the hot broth.
- Ladle the rich beef mixture over cooked ramen noodles in bowls.
- Top with sliced green onions. Optionally add soft-boiled eggs on top. Drizzle with Sriracha or chili oil if you like some heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added spice, serve with Sriracha or chili oil on the side. You can include additional vegetables like bok choy or mushrooms during the last hour of cooking for more nutrition.