Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles (Print-Friendly)

Tender beef and chewy noodles simmer in aromatic broth for the ultimate comfort bowl. Fresh vegetables and savory flavors make this slow cooker meal unforgettable.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef & Aromatics

01 - 1.5 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch chunks
02 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
03 - 1 large onion, thinly sliced
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Broth Base

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, packed

→ Noodles & Vegetables

11 - 2 packages fresh ramen noodles (7-8 ounces total)
12 - 1 cup baby spinach, packed

→ Garnishes

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

# How To Make It:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The beef becomes impossibly tender without any active cooking time
  • You can customize the toppings based on whatever your fridge holds
  • The broth develops restaurant depth while you handle everything else
02 -
  • Searing the beef first adds incredible depth but isn't strictly necessary
  • The broth will taste saltier before cooking than after the vegetables release their moisture
  • Ramen noodles soak up broth quickly so serve immediately after assembling
03 -
  • Cook your broth the day before and refrigerate—the fat rises and solidifies for easy removal
  • Toast extra sesame oil and drizzle it over individual bowls just before serving
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