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A close-up, side-angle view of a comforting bowl of slow cooker beef ramen, showcasing the layers of noodles, tender beef, broth, and garnishes like soft-boiled eggs and green onions

Cozy Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles

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Dive into a bowl of ultimate comfort with this slow cooker beef ramen. Tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef simmers all day in a rich, umami-packed broth, infusing classic ramen noodles with incredible flavor. A hands-off recipe that delivers deeply satisfying, restaurant-quality ramen right to your kitchen table, perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 cups beef broth (low sodium, ensuring it's halal compliant)
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 2 tbsp light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp chili garlic paste (optional, for a touch of heat)
  • 1 star anise (optional, for aromatic depth)
  • 4 oz dried shiitake mushrooms, rehydrated and sliced (or 8 oz fresh cremini mushrooms, sliced)
  • 2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 bunch green onions, white and light green parts sliced (reserve dark green parts for garnish)
  • 12 oz ramen noodles (dried, instant ramen packets without seasoning, or fresh ramen noodles)
  • 4-6 soft-boiled eggs, halved (for serving)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Nori sheets, cut into strips (for garnish)
  • Extra chili oil (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef chuck cubes dry with paper towels. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker insert.
  2. Into the slow cooker with the beef, pour in the beef broth and soy sauce. Add the brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili garlic paste (if using), and star anise (if using). Stir gently to combine.
  3. Add the rehydrated and sliced shiitake mushrooms (or fresh cremini), sliced carrots, and the white/light green parts of the sliced green onions to the slow cooker. Ensure all ingredients are submerged in the liquid as much as possible.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and easily shreds. Remove the star anise before serving. Taste the broth and adjust seasonings if necessary (add more soy sauce for saltiness, sugar for sweetness, or chili paste for heat).
  5. About 15 minutes before serving, prepare the ramen noodles according to package directions. Cook them separately in a pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain well and set aside. Avoid cooking the noodles directly in the slow cooker as they can become mushy.
  6. To serve, divide the cooked ramen noodles among individual bowls. Ladle the rich beef broth and tender beef with vegetables over the noodles. Garnish each bowl with halved soft-boiled eggs, the reserved sliced green parts of the green onions, a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, and strips of nori. Add a drizzle of extra chili oil if desired.

Notes

For perfectly soft-boiled eggs, gently lower eggs into boiling water and cook for 6-7 minutes. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking, then peel. Store leftover ramen components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the broth and beef gently, then add freshly cooked noodles and garnishes. For an added boost of nutrition, stir in a handful of fresh spinach or baby bok choy during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

  • Author: Cook Reel
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Find it online: https://cookreel.com/cozy-slow-cooker-beef-ramen/

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