This Crockpot Beef Ramen Casserole is a hearty, comforting meal made with tender beef, ramen noodles, and a savory, flavorful sauce. Easy to prepare in the slow cooker, this family-friendly dinner is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something warm, filling, and delicious with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 12 oz instant ramen noodles
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 3 pieces garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
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Brown the ground beef and onion in a large skillet until fully cooked. Drain the excess grease.
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Transfer the beef mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker.
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Add the garlic, frozen mixed vegetables, beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, and black pepper.
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Stir until everything is evenly combined.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours or HIGH for 1½–2 hours.
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About 30 minutes before serving, whisk the cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
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Stir the cornstarch mixture into the slow cooker.
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Discard the ramen seasoning packets and add the dry noodles.
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Gently press the noodles into the liquid.
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Cover and cook on HIGH for 15–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender and the sauce has thickened.
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Stir gently and add a splash of broth if the casserole is too thick.
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Serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 402kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 1485mg | Potassium: 569mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3082IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 4mg
