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Birria Ramen

Birria Ramen

This Birria Ramen is a flavorful and warm dish featuring tender beef, smoky guajillo chiles, and ramen noodles.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef chuck roast
For the Marinade
  • 6 pieces Dried guajillo chiles soaked until soft
  • 1 medium Sweet onion or yellow onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic cloves more if desired
For the Broth
  • 6 cups Low-sodium beef broth or vegetable broth
For the Ramen
  • 12 ounces Fresh ramen noodles avoid instant noodles
For the Garnish
  • 4 pieces Fresh corn tortillas or tortilla chips
  • 1 cup Sliced radishes or jicama
  • 2 pieces Lime wedges or lemon

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • blender
  • bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Soak the dried guajillo chiles in hot water for 15-20 minutes until softened.
  2. Blend the softened chiles, garlic, chopped onion, and desired spices until a smooth marinade is achieved.
  3. Marinate the beef over night in the refrigerator after coating it evenly with the marinade.
  4. Sear the marinated beef in a large pot with a splash of oil over medium-high heat until browned.
  5. Add the beef broth and remaining marinade to the pot, bringing it to a boil then simmering for about 2 hours.
  6. Cook fresh ramen noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  7. Assemble each bowl by placing cooked ramen noodles at the bottom and ladling steaming birria broth over them, topping with shredded beef, sliced radishes, and a lime wedge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allowing the beef to marinate overnight enhances flavor. Ensure guajillo chiles are fully submerged when soaking, and avoid overcrowding the pot when searing beef for better browning.

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