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Slow Cooker Beef Ramen

Discover how to make a delicious slow cooker beef ramen with birria flavors, a perfect fusion of Mexican and Japanese cuisine for an effortless weeknight dinner.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 665 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds stew beef
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 envelope birria seasoning packet 1 ounce
  • 4 cups water or beef stock
  • 10.75 ounces package ramen noodles 1 box or 3 smaller packets
  • Toppings such as soft-boiled egg, cilantro, onion, lime, jalapeno

Instructions

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  1. Add the stew beef, onion, garlic, birria seasoning packet, and water to your slow cooker.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours until the stew beef is tender.
  3. 20 minutes before serving, add the ramen. Cover and cook until the ramen is tender.
  4. Serve in bowls and add your favorite toppings, such as soft-boiled eggs, cilantro, green onions, and jalapenos.

Notes

  • If you can't find the boxed ramen noodles, you can use those inexpensive packets from the grocery store—just use three packages and discard the seasoning packets.
  • A squirt of Sriracha sauce is my go-to method for adding some spice. Start with a little and add more to taste—you can always add more, but you can't take it away.
  • While stew beef is my go-to choice, you could also use chuck roast or brisket. 
  • If you can’t find birria seasoning packets you can substitute a mixture of:  ½ tablespoon chili powder, ¾ teaspoon ground cumin, ¾ teaspoon paprika, ¾ teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper. 
  • You can also just use a packet of taco seasoning, although it won’t taste quite the same.
  • If you can't find the boxed ramen noodles, you can use those inexpensive packets from the grocery store—just use three packages and discard the seasoning packets.
  • A squirt of Sriracha sauce is my go-to method for adding some spice. Start with a little and add more to taste—you can always add more, but you can't take it away.
  • While stew beef is my go-to choice, you could also use chuck roast or brisket. 
  • If you can’t find birria seasoning packets you can substitute a mixture of:  ½ tablespoon chili powder, ¾ teaspoon ground cumin, ¾ teaspoon paprika, ¾ teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper. 
  • You can also just use a packet of taco seasoning, although it won’t taste quite the same.

Nutrition Information

Calories 665kcal (33%) Carbohydrates 52g (17%) Protein 59g (118%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Cholesterol 141mg (47%) Sodium 1692mg (71%) Potassium 962mg (27%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 14IU (0%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 87mg (9%) Iron 8mg (44%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 665

% Daily Value*

Calories 665kcal 33%
Carbohydrates 52g 17%
Protein 59g 118%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 141mg 47%
Sodium 1692mg 71%
Potassium 962mg 20%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 14IU 0%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 87mg 9%
Iron 8mg 44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.