Best 2 Slow Cooker Pork Ramen Recipes

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Slow cooker pork ramen is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying ramen dish that the whole family will love. The tender pork, rich broth, and slurp-worthy noodles are sure to be a hit. Whether you're a fan of traditional ramen or looking for a new way to enjoy this popular dish, this slow cooker pork ramen recipe is sure to please.

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SLOW-COOKER PORK RAMEN



Slow-Cooker Pork Ramen image

Forget the package you thought you knew: This slow-cooker ramen is satisfying and filled with rich flavor that a seasoning packet could never match, and is still easy to prepare. A boneless pork shoulder cooks in a broth enriched with ingredients like cremini mushrooms, green onions, gingerroot and garlic. Serve over ramen noodles with the toppings of your choice to customize your bowl!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 lb boneless pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat, cut into 6 equal sections
1 package (8 oz) sliced cremini mushrooms
1 large bunch green onions, sliced, white and green parts separated
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped gingerroot
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cartons (32 oz each) Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 packages (3 oz each) instant ramen noodle soup mix (discard seasoning packets or save for another use)
Toppings, such as chopped fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeño chile, if desired

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add half the pork; cook 4 to 5 minutes, without moving, until browned and easily releases from the bottom. Turn and continue cooking 2 to 4 minutes or until browned. Transfer pork to 5- to 6-quart slow cooker; repeat with remaining pork.
  • Reduce heat to medium; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to Dutch oven. Add mushrooms, green onion whites and salt to Dutch oven. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until mushrooms release juices and turn brown. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the gingerroot and the garlic; cook 30 seconds. Cover and refrigerate remaining green onion greens and gingerroot until later.
  • Slowly add broth, stirring and scraping to remove any brown bits from bottom. Transfer broth mixture to slow cooker with pork. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours or until pork is tender.
  • Transfer pork to cutting board. With sharp knife, cut pork into bite-size chunks, removing and discarding any remaining fat. Using spoon, skim off and discard any fat from surface of broth. Return pork to slow cooker and stir in soy sauce and remaining 1 tablespoon gingerroot. Cover; cook 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through.
  • Cook ramen noodles as directed on package; drain. To serve, divide noodles evenly among individual bowls. Ladle broth and pork over noodles, dividing evenly. Serve with remaining green onion greens; top each bowl with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize About 3/4 Cup, Sodium 1870 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW-COOKER GINGERED PORK AND RAMEN NOODLES



Slow-Cooker Gingered Pork and Ramen Noodles image

Pork roast that's slow cooked with chicken-flavor ramen noodle soup mix, snow pea pods and soy sauce - perfect Asian dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (3 oz each) chicken-flavor ramen noodle soup mix
1 lb boneless pork shoulder roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
3 cups water
1 cup halved fresh snow pea pods (about 4 oz)
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Reserve noodles from soup mixes. In 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker, combine pork and contents of seasoning packets from noodle soup mixes; mix well. Add gingerroot and water; stir to mix.
  • Cover; cook on Low setting 6 to 8 hours.
  • About 25 minutes before serving, break reserved noodles into pieces; add to pork mixture. Add pea pods and onions; mix well. Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes longer or just until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • In small bowl, blend soy sauce and cornstarch until smooth. Stir into pork mixture. Cover; cook about 5 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork: Pork shoulder is often used for slow cooker recipes due to its richness in flavor and ability to become tender and fall apart.
  • Sear the pork before cooking: This step helps to enhance the flavor and develop a beautiful crust on the outside of the pork.
  • Use a flavorful liquid: This could be chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even water with a tablespoon of soy sauce added.
  • Add aromatics and vegetables: Common ingredients include garlic, ginger, onion, carrots, and celery. These ingredients add depth of flavor to the broth.
  • Season generously: Don't be afraid to add plenty of salt and pepper, as well as other spices like paprika, cumin, or chili powder.
  • Cook on low and slow: The key to tender, fall-apart pork is to cook it on low and slow. This allows the connective tissue to break down and the flavors to develop.
  • Skim the fat: Once the pork is cooked, you may want to skim off any excess fat from the surface of the broth.
  • Add noodles and vegetables: Towards the end of the cooking time, add your favorite noodles (such as ramen noodles or udon noodles) and vegetables (such as bok choy or baby spinach). Cook until the noodles are tender and the vegetables are wilted.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker pork ramen is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this slow cooker pork ramen recipe a try.

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