Description

This Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles recipe is a cozy, comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender beef simmers in a savory broth with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and a touch of sweetness. The slow cooker does most of the work, infusing each bite with deep flavor, and the ramen noodles are added at the end for perfectly chewy texture. It’s hearty, easy, and family-friendly, perfect for anyone craving a takeout-inspired meal at home.

Ingredients

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For the Beef & Broth

1 1/2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch pieces
4 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)
1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Noodles & Vegetables

8 ounces ramen noodles (discard flavor packets if using instant)
2 cups baby spinach (or bok choy), roughly chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 carrot, julienned or thinly sliced

For Garnish

Sesame seeds
Extra green onions, thinly sliced

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Instructions

Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the beef pieces in the slow cooker. Add beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes (if using), and black pepper. Stir to combine and ensure the beef is well coated in the marinade.
Cook the Beef: Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the beef is tender and shreds easily with a fork. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Add the Noodles and Vegetables: About 20–30 minutes before serving, remove the lid and add the ramen noodles, spinach (or bok choy), green onions, and carrots. Stir to submerge the noodles and vegetables in the broth. Continue cooking on HIGH until the noodles are tender, about 10–15 minutes.
Finish and Serve: Once the noodles are cooked, give the mixture a good stir, breaking up any noodles if needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with sesame seeds and additional green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

If you like your broth spicy, feel free to add extra red pepper flakes or a squirt of Sriracha when serving.
Bok choy can be swapped for spinach or any tender greens.
If the noodles soak up too much liquid, add a splash of extra broth when reheating leftovers.
For a vegetarian version, substitute beef with mushrooms and use vegetable broth.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 generous bowl
Calories: 412
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 990mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 75mg