Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli Ramen

Slow Cooker Beef and Broccoli Ramen is an easy, better-than-takeout weeknight dinner that transforms your kitchen into your favorite Asian bistro. This tender, saucy, and delicious dish is a filling meal that your family will adore, offering the comfort of homemade food with an exciting twist.

Tender broccoli florets and juicy steak smothered in a savory sauce is a great recipe the whole family will love. It’s the perfect thing to make on a busy weeknight. It’s so easy that you can start the meal as you run out the door, and then all you have to do is add the noodles right before dinner, and it’s ready to eat! 

The best part about slow cooker beef ramen is that it’s a complete meal in one dish. You have the meat, veggies, and pasta – all without extra effort! Keep reading to learn how easy this crockpot beef and broccoli is (and skip Chinese takeout).  

Why You’ll Love Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef Ramen

• Budget-friendly. The most expensive ingredient is the beef.
• Easy meal. Just add everything to the crock pot, and it does the rest. 
• Customizable. Use frozen or fresh broccoli, your favorite type of beef, or change the protein – there are so many ways to make it.  
• Made with flavors everyone loves. If your family enjoys ordering Chinese, they will love this recipe. 
• Perfect copycat. It tastes just like beef and broccoli from your favorite Chinese restaurant. 

Ingredients

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You’ll need these ingredients from the grocery store (but you might already have most of what you need in your pantry or refrigerator). 

• Steak:  Top sirloin steak is best, but any steak will work. 
• Red Bell Pepper: Any color of bell pepper will taste great, but red bell peppers give it a fantastic pop of color. 
• Beef Broth: Use either beef broth or beef stock. 
• Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: Since adding other spices, use low-sodium soy sauce. 
• Brown Sugar: This sweetens the broccoli sauce with rich caramel notes. 
• Sesame Oil: Adds nutty notes, 
• Red Pepper Flakes: Gives the sauce a bit of spice. 
• Garlic: Fresh garlic is best. 
• Green Onions: Save some extras to sprinkle on top. 
• Cornstarch: This naturally thickens the sauce. 
• Broccoli: Either fresh or frozen broccoli works great in this recipe. 
• Ramen Noodles: You’ll use the noodles, not the spice packet. 
• Sesame Seeds: These are sprinkled on top at the end, adding a wonderful taste to the dish.  

How to Make Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef Ramen

• Step One: Place your beef and red bell pepper into the slow cooker.
• Step Two: In a mixing bowl, combine the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, garlic, green onions, and cornstarch.

• Step Three: Pour the sauce over the beef and red bell peppers.
• Step Four: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours until the beef is tender. 
• Step Five: 30 minutes before serving, add the broccoli and ramen noodles, stirring frequently until the noodles are tender.
• Step Six:  Garnish with sesame seeds and more scallions.

Equipment Needed

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• Slow Cooker 
• Slow Cooker Liner
• Serving Spoon

What to Serve with Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef Ramen

This delicious beef and broccoli recipe is an entire meal in one pot. Here are some things with similar Asian flavors that will taste good with it.    

• Air Fryer Crab Rangoon
• Chow Mein Skillet
• Sweet and Sour Meatballs
• Thai Flank Steak Kebabs
• Hawaiian Fried Rice

Variations and Substitutions

• Make It Spicier. Sprinkle red pepper flakes into the slow cooker.
• Use Different Steak. You can use any steak that you like, as long as it is cut into small strips 
• Use Fresh or Frozen Broccoli. I prefer fresh broccoli but frozen can work too!  
• Add other types of sauce. Try it with a little bit of oyster sauce or Hoisin sauce. 
• Make skillet beef and broccoli. If you’re short on time, add all the ingredients (except the noodles) to a skillet. When it is completely cooked, combine the cooked noodles with the rest of the ingredients. 

Storage Instructions 

Place leftover beef and broccoli in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3-4 days. I don’t recommend freezing this meal because it will change the texture of the noodles too much. 

Slow Cooker Broccoli Beef Ramen Tips and Tricks

• The longer you cook the beef, the more tender it will make them. 
• Do not add the seasoning packet. 
• If the sauce isn’t thick enough, use more cornstarch and water to make more cornstarch slurry. 

Can I Make It In A Wok?

Yes, you can make this recipe in a wok. Add all of the ingredients except the noodles to the wok. Fry it together until the beef is completely cooked. In a separate saucepan, boil the noodles until they are barely cooked (they will finish cooking in the wok). Then, transfer the noodles to the wok and combine everything. 

Which Ramen Noodles Should I Use?

Use any packet of dry ramen noodles that you want! You can also use rice noodles or Chinese lo mein noodles. Honestly, any Asian pasta will taste delicious with the beef and broccoli. 

Best Beef For Stir-Fry

Which cut of beef will be best in this ramen noodle dish? Use any steak you like or have in your refrigerator or freezer. Both flank steak and chuck roast are easy choices for the slow cooker recipe. Your favorite beef steak is a good idea. 

Even though you could also use ground chicken or ground pork, the texture of the ground meat with the noodles and the broccoli might be odd to some people. It’s better to use thinly sliced meat than ground options. 

FAQ

Stir-Fry Recipes     

Want more stir fry recipes to make at home? Here are some of my favorite easy recipes:

• Spicy Shrimp and Vegetable Stir Fry
• Cabbage and Peanut Butter Chicken Stir Fry
• Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry

You’ll also like Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli and Slow Cooker Chicken Lo Mein.

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