Description
This Birria Ramen recipe combines the rich, slow-cooked flavors of traditional birria beef stew with the comforting texture of ramen noodles. Tender stew beef simmered with onions, garlic, and birria seasoning creates a deeply flavorful broth, perfect for a cozy and satisfying meal served with customizable fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds stew beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ounce envelope birria seasoning packet
- 4 cups water or beef stock
- 10.75 ounce box ramen noodles
Toppings
- Soft boiled egg
- Cilantro
- Chopped onion
- Lime wedges
- Jalapeno slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Add the stew beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, birria seasoning packet, and water or beef stock into your slow cooker. This forms the flavorful base of the broth.
- Slow Cook the Beef: Set your slow cooker on low and let it cook for 4 to 6 hours. This slow cooking process tenderizes the beef and infuses the broth with rich birria flavors.
- Add Ramen Noodles: About 20 minutes before serving, add the ramen noodles directly into the slow cooker. Cover and cook until the noodles are tender but not mushy, usually around 15-20 minutes.
- Serve with Toppings: Ladle the birria ramen into bowls and garnish with soft boiled eggs, fresh cilantro, chopped onion, lime wedges, and jalapeno slices. Customize toppings based on your preference for extra zest and freshness.
Notes
- For an even richer broth, substitute water with beef stock or broth.
- The cooking time for noodles can vary slightly depending on the brand used—check package instructions to avoid overcooking.
- Soft boiled eggs are a perfect protein addition and complement the spicy and savory broth.
- Adjust the level of jalapeno and lime to balance heat and acidity according to taste.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
