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Mongolian Meatball Ramen: A Unique Comfort Food Recipe

Mongolian Meatball Ramen is a unique comfort food recipe that combines savory meatballs with ramen noodles in a flavorful broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 packs of ramen noodles discard seasoning packets
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables peas, carrots, corn
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, minced ginger, and chopped green onions. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In a slow cooker, combine beef broth, water, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well.
  5. Add the browned meatballs and frozen mixed vegetables to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, add the ramen noodles to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine and allow to cook until noodles are tender.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the broth.
  • Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, and adjust cooking times as necessary.

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