Heart-Healthy Birria Ramen

Infuse bold, authentic flavors into your weeknight dinner with this Heart-Healthy Birria Ramen, a nourishing twist on a beloved classic. This recipe combines tender, slow-cooked lean beef chuck roast with a rich, spice-laden broth featuring toasted guajillo and ancho chiles, earthy cumin, and fragrant cinnamon. Whole grain ramen noodles provide a wholesome base, while fresh garnishes like crisp radishes, creamy avocado, and bright cilantro add vibrant, nutrient-packed layers. Perfect for a cozy meal, this dish is low in sodium, thanks to the use of no-salt-added tomatoes and low-sodium broth, making it a better-for-you comfort food option that doesn't compromise on flavor. Ready in just a few simple steps, this crowd-pleaser is sure to impress your family or guests with its harmony of health and decadence.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large Onion, chopped
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 Dried guajillo chiles, seeds removed
• 2 Dried ancho chiles, seeds removed
• 2 cups Diced tomatoes, no salt added
• 4 cups Low-sodium beef broth
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 10 ounces Ramen noodles, whole grain
• 3 Radishes, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 2 Lime, cut into wedges
• 1 Avocado, sliced
• 0 Salt, to taste
• 0 Black pepper, to taste

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the lean beef chuck roast with a small amount of salt and pepper, then sear on all sides until browned, approximately 4 minutes per side. Remove the beef and set aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 3

In a saucepan, toast the dried guajillo and ancho chiles for about 2 minutes until lightly browned, being careful not to burn them. Remove from heat and soak them in hot water for 10 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Drain the soaked chiles and transfer to a blender along with the sautéed onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, and 1 cup of low-sodium beef broth. Blend until smooth.

Step 5

In a large pot, combine the blended chile mixture, seared beef, remaining beef broth, bay leaf, cumin, oregano, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a simmer and cook on low heat covered for 2.5 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 6

While the birria is cooking, prepare the whole grain ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 7

Once the beef is tender, remove the bay leaf and cinnamon stick, then shred the beef using two forks.

Step 8

To serve, divide the ramen noodles among bowls. Top with shredded beef and ladle the birria broth over the noodles.

Step 9

Garnish with thinly sliced radishes, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and lime wedges. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3085.8 grams (3085.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2875

Total Fat 156.80g	201%
Saturated Fat 42.80g	214%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 340mg	113%
Sodium 4175mg	182%
Total Carbohydrate 256.80g	93%
Dietary Fiber 55.60g	199%
Total Sugars 44.70g
Protein 155.50g	311%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 587mg	45%
Iron 32mg	179%
Potassium 6072mg	129%

*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: 46.1%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 33.6%