Birria Ramen

Elevate your homemade ramen game with this fusion masterpiece: Birria Ramen. This savory dish marries the rich, slow-cooked depths of traditional Mexican birria with the comforting ease of instant ramen. Tender beef chuck roast is braised to perfection in a bold and aromatic broth made from a trio of dried chiles (guajillo, ancho, and pasilla), garlic, and warming spices like cumin and cloves. The broth, simmered to silky perfection, embraces the instant noodles, creating a bowl of perfection that’s both hearty and soul-soothing. Top it off with fresh cilantro, crisp radishes, crumbled queso fresco, and a bright squeeze of lime for a textural, flavor-packed finish. Whether you’re craving something warming or looking to impress at your next dinner, Birria Ramen is the perfect fusion recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:280 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast
• 4 pieces Dried Guajillo Chiles
• 2 pieces Dried Ancho Chiles
• 2 pieces Dried Pasilla Chiles
• 1 large White Onion
• 5 pieces Garlic Cloves
• 2 pieces Bay Leaves
• 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
• 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
• 4 pieces Whole Cloves
• 1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns
• 4 cups Chicken Broth
• 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 3 packs Instant Ramen Noodles
• 0.5 cup Fresh Cilantro
• 2 pieces Lime
• 3 slices Radishes
• 0.5 cup Queso Fresco

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the chiles: remove the stems and seeds from the guajillo, ancho, and pasilla chiles. Toast them lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, being careful not to burn them.

Step 2

Place the toasted chiles in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for about 20 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Meanwhile, chop the onion and peel the garlic cloves. Set aside.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 5

Season the beef chuck roast with salt. In a large ovenproof pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

Step 6

In the same pot, sauté the onions until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 7

Drain the soaked chiles and place them in a blender with half of the sautéed onions, garlic, cumin, oregano, cloves, black peppercorns, soy sauce, and 1 cup of the chicken broth. Blend until smooth.

Step 8

Pour the blended sauce back into the pot with the remaining sautéed onions and garlic. Add the rest of the chicken broth, bay leaves, and more salt to taste.

Step 9

Return the seared beef to the pot, ensuring it's submerged in the liquid. Cover with a lid and transfer to the preheated oven.

Step 10

Bake for 3.5 to 4 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 11

Remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks. Set aside. Strain the broth to remove solids, returning the smooth liquid back to the pot.

Step 12

Bring the broth to a simmer on the stove. Add the instant ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions.

Step 13

Once the noodles are cooked, divide them among bowls and top with the shredded beef.

Step 14

Garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, crumbled queso fresco, and lime wedges.

Step 15

Serve hot and enjoy your Birria Ramen.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2685.1 grams (2685.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4076

Total Fat 245.70g	315%
Saturated Fat 105.30g	527%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 692mg	231%
Sodium 14583mg	634%
Total Carbohydrate 249.60g	91%
Dietary Fiber 35.40g	126%
Total Sugars 23.20g
Protein 231.70g	463%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 755mg	58%
Iron 49mg	273%
Potassium 5879mg	125%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.5%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 24.1%