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Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles

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  • Author: Maria B. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
  • Total Time: ~7 hours
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Description

This savory, slow-cooked beef ramen is packed with umami flavor and topped with fresh veggies for a comforting, restaurant-quality dish made at home!


Ingredients

Units Scale
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  • 1 1/2 lbs beef chuck roast (or flank steak), thinly sliced
  • 4 cups beef broth (low sodium)
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (optional)
  • 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup baby bok choy or spinach
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

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  • Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
  • Slow cook the beef: Place sliced beef in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it. Add mushrooms if using. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until beef is tender.
  • Add noodles & veggies: In the last 15-20 minutes, add the ramen noodles (breaking them into pieces if needed). Stir in carrots and bok choy/spinach. Cook until noodles are tender.
  • Finish & serve: Drizzle in sesame oil, stir, and let sit for a few minutes. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

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  • Make it spicy: Add sriracha or chili paste for extra heat.
  • Protein swaps: Use chicken or pork instead of beef.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of broth to keep noodles from drying out.

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~400
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg