Cheesy Birria Ramen

Name: Cheesy Birria Ramen (Street Food Fusion)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Mexican-Japanese Fusion
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked birria beef, shredded; 1 cup birria consommé; 1 cup water; 1 package instant ramen noodles; 1 ramen seasoning packet; 1/4 cup white onion, diced; 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped; 1/2 cup Chihuahua cheese, shredded

Cheesy Birria Ramen layers shredded birria beef, diced onions, cilantro, and melted Chihuahua cheese in a cup, then tops it with instant ramen noodles cooked directly in birria consommé. This Mexican-Japanese fusion combines the richness of birria with the simplicity of instant noodles for a satisfying street food dish.

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Total

15 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$17–$28

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 cup cooked birria beef, shredded
1 cup birria consommé
1 cup water
1 package instant ramen noodles
1 ramen seasoning packet
1/4 cup white onion, diced
2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup Chihuahua cheese, shredded

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Instructions

1
Start with pre-cooked birria. Separate the meat from the cooking liquid (consommé). Strain the consommé and set it aside.
2
Once the birria meat is cool enough to handle, shred it with your hands. Add a ladle of the consommé back to the shredded meat to keep it moist.
3
In a small pot, combine half water and half birria consommé.
4
Add the ramen seasoning packet to the pot and bring the liquid to a boil.
5
Add the instant ramen noodles to the boiling broth and cook according to package directions.
6
To assemble, add a layer of shredded birria to the bottom of a large, heat-safe cup or container.
7
Top the birria with a layer of diced onions, followed by chopped cilantro.
8
Add a generous layer of shredded Chihuahua cheese.
9
Place the hot, cooked ramen noodles directly on top of the cheese.
10
Finally, pour the hot ramen broth over everything in the cup. The heat will melt the cheese.
11
Mix well to combine all the layers and enjoy immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Add the shredded cheese to the cup before pouring the hot broth so it melts evenly throughout the noodles and broth.
Use high-quality birria consommé with visible fat for the best flavor—the richness is key to this dish.
Cook instant ramen directly in the birria consommé rather than water to infuse deeper flavor into the noodles.
Assemble all components in the cup first, then pour the hot broth and ramen together for consistent melting and flavor distribution.

Substitutions

Chihuahua cheese → Oaxaca, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack (any good melting cheese works)
Instant ramen → Fresh or dried ramen noodles (adjust cooking time accordingly)
Birria consommé → Beef broth mixed with a pinch of cumin and hot sauce (approximates birria depth)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooked birria and consommé separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop before assembling; cook ramen fresh to order for best texture.

Common Questions

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Yes. Oaxaca cheese, mozzarella, or even Monterey Jack work well. Chihuahua cheese melts smoothly and adds traditional flavor, but any good melting cheese will work.

What if I don't have birria consommé?

Make a quick broth by simmering birria beef drippings with water, cumin, and a pinch of dried chiles. Or use beef broth with a dash of hot sauce for depth.

Can I prep this ahead?

Cook the birria and consommé in advance and store separately in the fridge for up to 4 days. Assemble and cook the ramen fresh just before serving for best texture.