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Flavorful Birria Ramen Recipe with Consomé Broth and Crispy Cheese Topping Made Easy

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A comforting and flavorful birria ramen combining rich Mexican consomé broth with Japanese ramen noodles, topped with a crispy cheese crust for a unique and addictive twist.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
  • 4 dried guajillo chiles, stems and seeds removed
  • 2 dried ancho chiles, stems and seeds removed
  • 1 white onion, quartered
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • Salt to taste
  • 6 cups beef broth (preferably low sodium)
  • 8 oz fresh ramen noodles
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
  • Olive oil or butter for frying (1-2 teaspoons)

Instructions

  1. Soak the dried guajillo and ancho chiles in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.
  2. Toast cumin seeds, oregano, and peppercorns in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Grind to a powder.
  3. In a blender, combine soaked chiles, toasted spices, garlic cloves, and about 1 cup of soaking water. Blend until smooth. Add salt to taste.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season beef chunks with salt and sear until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same pot, sauté quartered onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Return beef to pot, add chile sauce and beef broth, then bay leaves.
  6. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours until beef is fork-tender. Skim excess fat occasionally.
  7. Remove beef chunks, shred with two forks, and set aside. Strain broth through a fine mesh sieve if desired.
  8. Cook ramen noodles in a separate pot according to package instructions (3-4 minutes for fresh noodles). Drain and divide into bowls.
  9. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with 1 teaspoon oil or butter. Spread shredded cheese in a thin layer, cook until golden and crispy on bottom (2-3 minutes), flip and crisp other side for 1-2 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  10. Ladle hot birria consomé over noodles. Top with shredded beef, crispy cheese, sliced green onions, and fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

Use firm, small-curd Oaxaca cheese for best crispy topping texture; mozzarella is a good substitute. For gluten-free, swap ramen noodles with rice or shirataki noodles. For dairy-free, use vegan mozzarella or skip cheese topping and add lime. Toast spices to enhance flavor. Simmer broth low and slow for best depth. Crisp cheese in non-stick pan to avoid sticking. Store broth separately from noodles and cheese to prevent sogginess.

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