Slow Cooker Beef Ramen

Introduction

Slow Cooker Beef Ramen is an irresistible blend of tender, slow-simmered beef, a deeply savory broth, and satisfying noodles—transformed from a takeout favorite into a homemade, crowd-pleasing meal. Set it and forget it: this recipe is as easy as it is delicious, allowing you to enjoy complex flavors with minimal hands-on time.

Rich in umami and packed with colorful veggies, this ramen is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or serving to guests in search of comfort food with a gourmet twist.

Why This Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Recipe Works

The beauty of this ramen lies in the slow cooking process, which infuses the broth and beef with layers of flavor while keeping the meat fork-tender. By customizing your additions—veggies, toppings, and spice levels—you tailor each bowl to taste. The warming, nourishing nature of ramen combined with effortless preparation makes this recipe a surefire winner.

Building Flavor: Preparing the Beef & Broth

Choose a well-marbled cut like chuck or brisket for best results. Browning the beef briefly in a skillet adds depth to the final soup, and a carefully layered mix of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and star anise create classic ramen notes.

Don’t skip sautéing the aromatics—a quick sear in a reliable SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch helps coax out maximum fragrance before everything is transferred to your slow cooker.

Add-In Ideas & Perfect Veggie Prep

Customize your ramen by adding your favorite vegetables in the final hour—bok choy, mushrooms, or shredded carrots are always excellent choices. For quick, even chopping, a tool like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes prep a breeze and keeps everything uniform for perfect texture every time.

Finishing Touches & Serving Suggestions

Just before serving, cook your ramen noodles until just tender, then add them to the piping hot broth. For silky soft-boiled eggs to top your bowls, try a Rapid Egg Cooker for effortless results.

Ladle into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions, chili oil, or toasted sesame seeds for a visually stunning and incredibly satisfying meal.

Nutritional Information and Yield

This recipe yields about 6 generous servings. Each bowl, depending on add-ins and toppings, contains approximately 400–500 calories. It’s well-balanced, satiating, and ideal for making ahead, as the flavors deepen overnight.

Slow Cooker Beef Ramen (Recap)

Slow Cooker Beef Ramen offers weeknight convenience with restaurant-quality flavor. An aromatic broth, meltingly tender beef, and slurp-worthy noodles mean empty bowls and happy diners every time.

Instructions

1. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper. In your SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch, heat oil over medium-high. Sear beef on all sides until nicely browned (about 2–3 minutes per side). Transfer seared beef to the slow cooker.
2. In the same pan, add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Transfer to slow cooker.
3. Add beef broth, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, sesame oil, and star anise to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until beef is fork tender.
5. 1 hour before serving, add your mixed vegetables. For even slices and quick prep, use your Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper.
6. During the last 20 minutes of cooking, cook ramen noodles according to package directions (do not add them directly to the slow cooker for best texture).
7. Shred beef directly in the cooker using two forks. For perfectly even shreds, try a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, Elegant Black.
8. Divide cooked noodles among bowls. Ladle hot broth, beef, and veggies over top.
9. Top each bowl with halved soft-boiled egg, sliced green onions, and a drizzle of chili oil if desired. Use a Rapid Egg Cooker for foolproof soft-boiled eggs.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 7–8 hours on LOW, or 4–5 hours on HIGH

Total Time: 8 hours (hands-off majority of the time)

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With minimal effort and bold flavors, Slow Cooker Beef Ramen will quickly become a staple comfort dish in your home—just set, forget, and savor!