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With the addition of ground beef and veggies, this Beefed Up Ramen upgrades the classic college-kid staple to the perfect weeknight meal! It’s great for those busy days when you just need dinner on the table!
I was introduced to ramen noodles wayyyy before my college days. Growing up, this Beefed Up Ramen was a frequent meal! In fact, if it were up to my brother, we would’ve eaten this at least twice a week!
Luckily for Mom (and now all of you!) this recipe is delicious, has very few dishes, is made in one large skillet, has only 3 ingredients, and takes just 15 minutes. And with noodles, protein, and vegetables, a side of fruit is all you need. Ohhh how I love a quick, easy meal!
Why You’ll Love This Ground Beef Ramen
- 15 mins. Yep, dinner can be on the table in less than half an hour! I told you it was great for busy days. 😉
- All in One. This ramen with ground beef recipe provides your family with carbs, veggies, and protein! Just add a side of fruit and you are set.
- Simple and easy! This recipe has only 3 ingredients and it’s made in one large skillet making both cooking and cleaning a breeze!
- Customizable! Pick your favorite frozen stir-fry vegetable blend, garnish with green onions for a pop of freshness, or use fresh chopped vegetables if you have more time on hand!
NOTE: This ground beef and ramen noodles recipe is very beefy and savory, not as light and brothy as traditional Asian ramen.
Ingredients Needed
- Ground Beef – Any lean-to-fat meat ratio will work! I like to use 85/15.
- Water
- Frozen Stir-Fry Vegetables – There is a wide variety so pick your favorite, just make sure there are no other sauces included!
- Ramen Noodles – You’ll want to use beef-flavored ramen. I typically use the Maruchan brand.
How to Make Ramen with Ground Beef
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet, then drain the grease off.
Stir in the seasoning packets from the ramen, then set it aside.
Boil the water in the large skillet, then stir in the vegetables and cook until soft.
Break the noodles into the skillet and stir. Put the lid on the skillet and cook the noodles for 2 minutes.
Add the ground beef and stir, cooking until everything is heated through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Store any leftovers you have in an airtight container in the fridge. It should keep for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave before eating. It is recommended to reheat leftovers to 165F.
Yes! Ground beef is a great way to add protein to ramen. I would recommend using beef flavored ramen.
Other ground meat options like turkey or pork are also great. Try this Ground Pork Ramen or you could try chicken flavored ramen with the turkey!
Other Quick & Easy Ground Beef Recipes
- One Dish Ground Beef Casserole
- One Pot Spaghetti
- Taco Braid
- Homemade Beefaroni
- One Pot Mexican Beef & Rice
Beefed Up Ramen
Equipment
- 1 Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups water
- 3 cups frozen stir-fry vegetables
- 3 3-ounce packages Ramen noodles (beef flavor)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet. Drain and set aside.1 pound ground beef
- Remove the seasoning packets from the bags of ramen noodles. Stir the seasoning into the beef and set aside.
- In a skillet, bring the water to a boil.2 cups water
- Stir in the vegetables and let cook for 5 minutes, or until soft.3 cups frozen stir-fry vegetables
- Break up the noodles a bit and stir them into the vegetables and cover with a lid.3 3-ounce packages Ramen noodles (beef flavor)
- Let the noodles cook for 2 minutes and remove the lid.
- Stir in the ground beef and cook another minute or two, until everything is heated through.
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