Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles
Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles are the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender beef and perfectly cooked noodles simmered in a rich, aromatic broth. This dish is perfect for cozy nights or lively gatherings, delivering an unforgettable explosion of savory flavors that will have everyone coming back for more. Let your slow cooker do the magic while you unwind after a long day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast, trimmed and cut into chunks
- 1 inch fresh ginger root, peeled and minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 8 ounces fresh ramen noodles (avoid instant packets)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chuck roast and cut it into chunks for even cooking.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté minced ginger and garlic until fragrant.
- Transfer the sautéed mixture to a slow cooker along with beef chunks, soy sauce, and beef broth. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Stir in the ramen noodles and let them cook in the broth for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Serve in bowls topped with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg