Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles

Introduction

Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles are the ultimate answer for anyone craving deep, savory flavors with minimal effort. This recipe transforms humble beef and pantry staples into a comforting, one-pot noodle bowl that brims with rich broth, tender meat, and springy noodles – all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker.

What makes this dish irresistible is its combination of simplicity and taste. Hands-off cooking allows flavors to meld while you’re busy elsewhere, and the hearty result easily pleases a crowd at dinner or serves as a cozy meal for two with leftovers to spare.

A Flavorful Spin on Classic Ramen

What sets this slow cooker ramen apart is the beef: after hours of gentle cooking, it’s incredibly tender and suffused with aromatic broth. The veggies add pops of freshness and color, while instant ramen noodles soak up every bit of flavor.

Savory, deeply satisfying, and endlessly customizable, this ramen is far more nourishing than any instant packet but remains just as crave-worthy. You can add spinach, mushrooms, or any of your favorite vegetables near the end for extra depth and nutrition.

Vegetable Prep Made Effortless

Chop your aromatics, onions, and other veggies quickly and uniformly for even cooking. A Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper can make quick work of prep, saving both time and tears in the kitchen. Cube carrots, dice onions, or mince garlic with just a few presses, ensuring everything’s ready to go into your slow cooker.

Once all your fresh ingredients are prepped, you simply add them to the pot along with hearty cuts of beef, savory soy sauce, beef broth, and seasonings.

Beef Cooked to Tender Perfection

For best results, choose a well-marbled cut like chuck roast. If your recipe calls for browning the beef beforehand, do it in a quality nonstick skillet like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch for an easy sear and effortless cleanup. Browning the meat adds extra flavor, though you can skip this step on particularly busy days for convenience.

Once seared, transfer beef to your slow cooker and let it simmer for hours until fork-tender. The long, slow cooking process breaks down connective tissues, infusing the broth with beefy richness.

Easy Noodle Finish & Assembly

Finish your ramen by adding instant ramen noodles and any quick-cooking vegetables in the last 10–15 minutes. Stir everything gently with the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher to avoid breaking up the noodles and to combine the ingredients evenly. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Leftovers can be stored in the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup), perfect for meal prepping or packing lunch for the next day.

Serving & Garnishing Suggestions

Ladle the hot ramen into deep bowls, then top each serving with sliced green onions, a soft-boiled egg, or a dash of chili oil for extra flair. If you’re sharing with guests, set out toppings buffet-style for a fun, interactive meal.

Pair with a cold beverage in your favorite tumbler and enjoy – your taste buds will be delighted by every satisfying, slurpable bite.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 6 hearty servings. Each bowl, brimming with beef, vegetables, and noodles, clocks in at roughly 450–500 calories depending on your meat cut and veggies. It’s a meal that satisfies and sustains, perfect for a nourishing dinner or next-day lunch.

Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles (Recap)

Let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting while you enjoy deep, robust ramen flavors at home. With minimal prep and just a few kitchen tools, you’ll get a soul-warming bowlful that puts takeout to shame.

Instructions

1. Season beef with salt and pepper. For extra flavor, brown the beef pieces in the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side.
2. Add the beef, onion, carrots, garlic, beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using) to your slow cooker. Stir to combine.
3. Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours, or on high for 4–5 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
4. Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using forks or a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, Elegant Black for extra ease. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker.
5. Add mushrooms and ramen noodles. Cover and cook on high for 10–15 more minutes, or until the noodles are just tender. Add spinach in the last 2 minutes, if using.
6. Stir gently using the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher to mix the noodles and beef evenly. Adjust seasoning if needed.
7. Ladle into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and soft-boiled eggs. Serve immediately.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 7–8 hours (low) or 4–5 hours (high)

Total Time: 7–8 hours 15 minutes

Enjoy restaurant-style ramen without the fuss—let your slow cooker deliver big, beefy comfort straight to your family table.