Description
A comforting Slow Cooker Beef Ramen recipe featuring tender ground beef, fresh vegetables, and savory broth simmered to perfection, finished with quick-cooked ramen noodles for an easy yet flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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Beef and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably sirloin, 93/7)
- 1 cup matchstick carrots
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 2–3 large scallions, roughly chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Broth and Seasonings
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 14.25 ounces chicken stock or beef stock
Noodles and Garnish
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
- Additional scallions for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess grease to reduce fat and ensure a clean base for the soup.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Pour the cooked beef into the basin of a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the matchstick carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and roughly chopped scallions to the slow cooker, layering the fresh vegetables over the beef.
- Prepare Broth Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, and chicken or beef stock until well combined, creating a flavorful broth base for the ramen.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the broth mixture into the slow cooker over the beef and vegetables. Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, allowing flavors to meld and ingredients to become tender.
- Add Noodles: Approximately 30 minutes before serving, add the dry ramen noodles directly to the slow cooker. Stir frequently to ensure the noodles are fully submerged and absorb the broth evenly, cooking until tender but not mushy.
- Serve and Garnish: Once the noodles are cooked, ladle the ramen into bowls. Garnish with additional chopped scallions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired, providing a fresh and nutty finish.
Notes
- Use lean ground sirloin for best flavor and reduced fat.
- Discard ramen seasoning packets to control sodium and avoid artificial flavors.
- Stir noodles frequently after adding to prevent sticking.
- Adjust slow cooker timing based on your appliance; some may cook faster or slower.
- Add optional toppings like soft-boiled eggs or chili flakes for extra depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
