Ramen with Beef Birria Broth
Ramen with Beef Birria Broth brings bold, chile-forward richness to springy noodles, with tender shreds of slow-braised beef in a silky, brick-red consommé. Warm spices, toasted chiles, and a hint of cinnamon and vinegar create depth balanced by fresh onion, cilantro, and lime. Serve for a cozy dinner when you crave a hearty, cross-cultural bowl that layers heat, brightness, and umami.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook2 hrs 50 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyHard
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Ramen with Beef Birria Broth, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 17
- Heart Health
- 64
- Metabolic
- 34
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
For the sauce base, start by toasting the chilies: heat a dry griddle or skillet over medium heat. Toast the guajillo chilies and chiles de arbol, turning frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned, taking care not to burn them. Transfer the chilies to a bowl, cover with boiling water, and soak until rehydrated, about 30 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 5 minutes. Let the mixture cool.
- 3
Put the peppercorns, cloves, dried ginger, cumin seeds, thyme, marjoram, and oregano in a mortar and grind to a fine mixture.
- 4
In a blender, combine the soaked chilies, 1/4 cup of the chile soaking liquid, the onion-tomato mixture, the ground spices, chicken bouillon, and apple cider vinegar. Blend until smooth. Add a little beef broth if needed to help it blend. Taste the sauce and season with salt.
- 5
To cook the meat, put the chuck roast, beef shanks, and beef short ribs in a large pot and pour the sauce over them. Add enough beef broth to cover the meat by about 1 inch, then stir to combine. Bring to a boil over high heat, then add the cinnamon stick, onion, garlic, and bay leaves. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the meat is tender and falling apart, about 2 1/2 hours. Remove and discard the short rib bones; skim the fat from the surface of the broth with a spoon. Reserve the fat for another use, such as quesabirrias. Taste the broth and season with salt.
- 6
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the ramen, and cook until tender, 7 to 20 minutes or as the package directs. Drain and divide the noodles into bowls.
- 7
To assemble, ladle the birria and broth over the ramen. Top with chopped onion and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
- Calories 847.51 kcal High 42%
- Protein 48.61 g Good Source 97%
- Carbohydrate 68.76 g 25%
- Total Fat 40.49 g High 52%
- Saturated Fat 16.48 g High 82%
- Trans Fat 0.66 g High --
- Cholesterol 106.36 mg High 35%
- Sodium 1684.54 mg High 73%
- Dietary Fiber 4.39 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 4.99 g --
- Added Sugars 0.6 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 130.72 mg Moderate 10%
- Iron 8.48 mg Good Source 47%
- Potassium 436.21 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 67.44 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 23.34 mg Good Source 26%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Ramen with Beef Birria Broth is a Japanese dinner recipe made with 25 ingredients. It takes about 3 hrs 20 mins, serves 8, and is rated hard. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Beef, Beef Short Ribs, and Beef Stock. Each serving provides about 847.51 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Ramen with Beef Birria Broth?
- It is a Japanese recipe made with 25 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Ramen with Beef Birria Broth made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Beef, Beef Short Ribs, Beef Stock, Black Peppercorns. The full list of 25 is above.
- What goes well with Ramen with Beef Birria Broth?
- Explore these Japanese side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Ramen with Beef Birria Broth?
- About 3 hrs 20 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 847.51 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Ramen with Beef Birria Broth easy to make?
- This recipe is rated hard, with 25 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Ramen with Beef Birria Broth healthy?
- Ramen with Beef Birria Broth has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 847.51 calories and 48.61 g of protein, or 97% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1684.54 mg (73% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 16.48 g (82% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Soy, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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