Delish Birria Ramen

Birria Ramen, folks! It’s like one of those unexpected yet brilliant mash-ups that just work, like peanut butter and jelly or binge-watching and snacks. It takes the rich, flavorful broth of birria and pairs it with the comforting slurpiness of ramen. It’s spicy, it’s cozy, it’s basically the foodie equivalent of your favorite sweater on a chilly day.

Oh, let me tell you, my family has fallen head over heels for this little concoction. The first time I made it, I was just trying to impress my husband who, let’s be honest, usually couldn’t care less what we’re having as long as I’m cooking. But this? This had him peeking over my shoulder, asking, “What smells so amazing?” Now, it’s a staple in our weekly rotation. Even the kids love it, although I tone it down a smidge for their little taste buds.

How to Make It

Alrighty, friends. First things first, grab yourself a nice big pot ’cause we’re going for flavor town. Start with some chuck roast, sear it right, then let it slow cook with all the chilies and spices. Trust me, this is the moment your kitchen starts to smell like heaven. Toss in your veggies, your ramen noodles, and let it all marry together until it’s a cozy, spicy get-together in that pot. If you’re feeling fancy, top it with cilantro, diced onions, and maybe a squeeze of lime. Voilà!

✔Ingredient Notes

– Chuck Roast: This is where all the meaty goodness comes from. It should be nicely marbled.
– Dried Chilies: These give the dish its kick. Adjust the amount if you’re feeding the heat-averse (aka my kids).
– Ramen Noodles: Don’t skimp on these guys. Trust me, the cheap stuff works just fine.

✔Recipe Steps

1. Sear the beef in a big pot until browned, then remove.
2. Toast the dried chilies, onions, tomatoes, and garlic until fragrant.
3. Blend these aromatics into a smooth paste.
4. Return beef to the pot, add aromatic paste, and cover with broth.
5. Simmer until beef is falling apart (a.k.a. when it’s melt-in-your-mouth tender).
6. Add ramen noodles to the broth last, cooking until just done.

What to Serve It With

✔Tips & Mistakes

Avoid overcooking the noodles; nobody wants mush! And be cautious with the salt—chilies can sometimes mask it.

✔Storage Tips

Shove any leftovers in the fridge, where they’ll be happy for a few days. If you’re one of those who loves cold birria ramen for breakfast, go for it.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Can’t find chuck roast? Go for pork shoulder. Experiment with different noodles if you’re adventurous—udon works too! Sweeten with maple syrup if you’re out of sugar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Delish Birria Ramen

A flavorful twist on traditional ramen combining rich birria broth with tender beef and fresh noodles.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours hours

Total Time: 2 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2.5 pounds beef chuck roast cut into large chunks
• ▢ 4 cups beef broth
• ▢ 3 pieces dried guajillo chilies seeded and soaked
• ▢ 1.5 cups ramen noodles fresh or dried
• ▢ 1 cup onion chopped
• ▢ 4 cloves garlic minced
• ▢ 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon clove powder
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
• ▢ 1 cup cilantro chopped, for garnish
• ▢ 2 pieces eggs soft boiled

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Toast the dried guajillo chilies in a dry skillet until fragrant, then soak them in hot water for 15 minutes.
• Blend soaked chilies with garlic, onion, cumin, clove powder, and cinnamon to create the birria sauce.
• Heat vegetable oil in a large pot and brown the beef chunks on all sides.
• Add the birria sauce and beef broth to the pot, cover, and simmer on low heat for 2 hours until beef is tender.
• Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions and divide into bowls.
• Top noodles with shredded birria beef, ladle hot broth over, and garnish with chopped cilantro and soft boiled eggs.

Notes

For an extra spicy kick, serve with lime wedges and chopped fresh chilies.