Easy Ground Beef Ramen Recipe
By Jackson Hewitt
This easy ground beef ramen is a fast, one-pot weeknight dinner that turns basic ground beef and a few pantry staples into a savory, deeply satisfying bowl in about 25 minutes — no long-simmered broth required.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- A genuinely fast, hearty ramen using ground beef you probably already have.
- Ready in 25 minutes with basic pantry ingredients.
- Filling enough to be a complete weeknight dinner on its own.
Ingredients Needed
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 5 cups beef broth
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 8 ounces ramen noodles
- 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
How to Make Easy Ground Beef Ramen
- 1Heat the oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- 2Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- 3Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
- 4Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar. Let simmer for 10 minutes so the flavors come together.
- 5Meanwhile, cook the ramen noodles separately according to the package instructions, then drain.
- 6Divide the noodles among bowls, ladle the beef and broth over the top, and finish with the egg, corn, and scallions.
What to Add
Make it your own — here are a few ways to customize this bowl.
Vegetables
Bok choy, mushrooms, or shredded cabbage all simmer well in the last few minutes.
Heat
Chili oil or a spoonful of gochujang adds a spicy kick.
Richness
A pat of butter stirred in right before serving gives it a rounder, richer finish.
Crunch
Toasted sesame seeds or crispy fried onions add texture on top.
Reviews
Nolan P.
July 2, 2026So easy and so much better than takeout. My family asks for this every week now.
Gina W.
June 10, 2026Quick, hearty, and flavorful. Added mushrooms and it was even better.
Terrence B.
May 24, 2026Great weeknight recipe. The oyster sauce adds a nice depth I wasn't expecting.
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Easy Ground Beef Ramen
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This easy ground beef ramen is a fast, one-pot weeknight dinner that turns basic ground beef and a few pantry staples into a savory, deeply satisfying bowl in about 25 minutes — no long-simmered broth required.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon grated garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 5 cups beef broth
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 8 ounces ramen noodles
- 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- 1Heat the oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- 2Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- 3Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
- 4Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar. Let simmer for 10 minutes so the flavors come together.
- 5Meanwhile, cook the ramen noodles separately according to the package instructions, then drain.
- 6Divide the noodles among bowls, ladle the beef and broth over the top, and finish with the egg, corn, and scallions.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving
Nutrition is an estimate and will vary based on the exact ingredients and brands used.