Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles (Print View)

Tender beef and ramen noodles simmer in aromatic broth for ultimate comfort in a bowl.

# Ingredient List:

→ Beef & Aromatics

01 - 1.5 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
02 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
03 - 1 onion, thinly sliced
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Broth

06 - 4 cups beef broth, low-sodium recommended
07 - 3 cups water
08 - 1/4 cup soy sauce, low-sodium if preferred
09 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil
10 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar

→ Noodles & Vegetables

11 - 2 packs fresh ramen noodles or 7–8 oz egg noodles
12 - 1 cup baby spinach

→ Garnishes

13 - 2 green onions, sliced
14 - Soft-boiled eggs, 1 per serving, optional
15 - Sriracha or chili oil, to taste, optional

# Directions:

01 - Generously season beef chunks with salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides.
02 - Place seasoned beef in the slow cooker. Arrange sliced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger evenly over the meat.
03 - Pour in beef broth and water. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Stir gently to distribute flavors evenly.
04 - Cover and cook on low setting for 8 hours or high setting for 4 hours until beef is fork-tender and easily shreds.
05 - About 10 minutes before serving, cook ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
06 - Remove beef from slow cooker and shred using two forks. Return shredded meat to the broth.
07 - Stir baby spinach into the hot broth and let wilt for 2–3 minutes until just softened.
08 - Divide cooked noodles among serving bowls. Ladle hot beef, broth, and spinach mixture over the noodles.
09 - Top each bowl with sliced green onions and halved soft-boiled eggs if using. Drizzle with Sriracha or chili oil for added heat.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The beef becomes impossibly tender without you watching it
  • Every bowl feels like a restaurant meal but tastes like home
02 -
  • Sear the beef first if you have time, but skip it if you do not
  • The broth tastes better the next day
03 -
  • Low-sodium broth lets you control the salt level
  • Tamari works if gluten is a concern
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