Description

This Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles recipe transforms affordable cuts of beef into a savory, slurp-worthy dinner with tender meat, springy noodles, and a rich, flavorful broth—all with minimal hands-on time. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends when you crave comforting, homemade ramen without the fuss.

Ingredients

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For the Beef and Broth

1.5 pounds beef chuck roast or stew meat, cut into large cubes
5 cups beef broth
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar

For the Noodles & Toppings

12 ounces dried ramen noodles (or instant ramen, seasoning packets discarded)
2 cups baby spinach, packed
1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 soft-boiled egg per bowl (optional)
Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Slow Cooker – Add the beef, beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, crushed red pepper flakes, and rice vinegar to the slow cooker. Stir to combine and ensure the beef is coated by the marinade.
Slow Cook the Beef – Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork. Skim off any excess fat from the surface if desired.
Add the Vegetables and Noodles – Thirty minutes before serving, add the mushrooms and ramen noodles directly into the slow cooker. Stir gently to submerge the noodles; continue to cook on high until the noodles are cooked through (about 10–15 minutes).
Finish the Ramen – Once the noodles are tender, stir in the baby spinach until just wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or a dash of salt if needed.
Assemble and Serve – Ladle the broth, beef, noodles, and veggies into bowls. Top each serving with a soft-boiled egg, sliced scallions, and sesame seeds if using. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

You can use other cuts of beef like brisket or short ribs for richer flavor, but chuck is affordable and tenderizes beautifully in the slow cooker.
For extra umami, add a tablespoon of miso paste during the last hour of cooking.
Feel free to add more vegetables—bok choy, shredded carrots, or corn all work well.
Instant ramen noodles can be used for convenience, just discard the seasoning packets.
Soft-boiled eggs can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 500
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 1700mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 105mg