Cooking Guide: Easy Spicy Birria Ramen
Welcome food lovers! Today, we’re diving into the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with a twist—Easy Spicy Birria Ramen. This dish brings together the rich, savory notes of birria with the warm comforting texture of ramen, creating an unforgettable meal. Perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
For the Birria:
– 2 lbs beef chuck roast or lamb
– 4 dried guajillo chilies
– 2 dried ancho chilies
– 2 cloves garlic
– 1 medium onion, roughly chopped
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1 tsp oregano
– 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
– 1 tsp black pepper
– 2 bay leaves
– 4 cups beef broth
– 1 cup water
– Juice of 1 lime
For the Ramen:
– 4 packages ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
– 4 cups of the prepared birria broth
– 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1 lime, cut into wedges
– 1 cup diced onion
– 1 cup sliced radishes
– 1 avocado, diced
– Sliced jalapeños (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Birria
1. Toast the chilies: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the guajillo and ancho chilies for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
2. Blend the spices: Remove the stems and seeds from the chilies. In a blender, combine the toasted chilies, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, adding a bit of beef broth if necessary.
3. Cook the meat: In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chuck roast on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
4. Sauté onions: In the same pot, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
5. Combine ingredients: Add the blended chili mixture, the sautéd onion, bay leaves, beef broth, and water back to the pot. Stir to combine.
6. Simmer: Return the browned beef to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for about 2-3 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.
Step 2: Prepare the Ramen
1. Cook the noodles: In a separate pot, cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Strain the broth: Once the birria is done cooking, strain the broth to remove solids and reduce it to about 4 cups.
3. Assemble the ramen: In serving bowls, place a portion of ramen noodles, pour hot birria broth over them, and top with chopped cilantro, diced onion, radishes, avocado, and jalapeños if desired.
Serving Suggestions
Serve your Easy Spicy Birria Ramen hot with lime wedges for an added zest. Feel free to adjust the toppings based on your preferences!
Side Tips
– Make it spicier: Add more jalapeños or a dash of your favorite hot sauce.
– Meal prep: The birria can be made ahead of time and stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
– Vegan option: Substitute beef with jackfruit and use vegetable broth instead.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
– Calories: Approximately 550
– Protein: 40g
– Carbohydrates: 75g
– Fat: 15g
– Fiber: 5g
Cooking Time
– Preparation Time: 20 minutes
– Cooking Time: 3 hours (including meat preparation)
– Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
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Conclusion
There you have it, a deliciously spicy birria ramen that’s both easy to prepare and sure to impress! This dish is perfect for cozy nights in or to impress friends at a dinner party.
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Happy cooking! Enjoy your flavorful journey into the world of birria ramen! ️
