Description
A comforting and easy Slow Cooker Beef Ramen recipe featuring tender ground beef, fresh vegetables, and savory broth, simmered to perfection. This flavorful one-pot meal combines classic ramen noodles with a deliciously rich broth made with soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 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
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 14.25 ounces chicken stock (or beef stock)
- 2 packs ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Additional scallions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish from being too oily.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place the browned beef into the basin of a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Add Vegetables: Add the matchstick carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and chopped scallions to the slow cooker with the beef.
- Prepare Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together minced garlic, low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, and chicken stock until well combined.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the sauce mixture into the slow cooker and stir everything to combine evenly. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours to meld the flavors.
- Add Noodles: About 30 minutes before serving, add the dry ramen noodles directly into the slow cooker. Discard seasoning packets as they are not needed.
- Cook Noodles: Stir frequently to ensure the noodles are fully submerged and cook evenly until tender, approximately 30 minutes.
- Serve: Once noodles are tender and broth flavors fully developed, serve hot, garnished with additional scallions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Sirloin ground beef (93/7) is recommended for a good balance of flavor and lower fat.
- If preferred, beef stock can be substituted for chicken stock for a richer taste.
- Discard ramen seasoning packets to avoid overpowering saltiness and artificial flavors.
- Stir noodles often once added to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Cooking time can vary slightly with different slow cooker models; adjust as necessary.
