Dec 19, 2025

Akari's Recipe: Beef Ramen with Tomato and Celery

Written by Team MUSUBI

Following her previous Salt and Ginger Ramen with Chicken Drumette Broth, food stylist Hasegawa Akari introduces another hearty noodle dish perfect for the colder months.

This recipe feels refreshingly different from traditional ramen. Its rich broth comes from slowly simmered beef, while tomato and celery add a bright, aromatic note reminiscent of pho. “I wanted to create a beef ramen recipe,” says Hasegawa. “When you gently simmer the beef, it brings out a wonderful depth of flavor. It also pairs beautifully with wine—try it with orange wine, a light red, or a full-bodied white.”

Simple to prepare yet deeply satisfying, this noodle dish brings both comfort and elegance to your winter table. Serve it in your favorite donburi bowl and savor the warmth with every bite.

Ingredients

(For 2 servings)

10.5 oz (300 g) beef steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
1 large tomato (about 7 oz / 200 g)
1 celery stalk (about 3.5 oz / 100 g), leaves and stalk separated, stalk finely chopped
8 ½ cups (2 L) water
1 Tbsp soy sauce
⅔–1 tsp salt, or to taste
Finely chopped garlic, to taste
2 servings Chinese-style noodles

Instructions

Step 1. Make the Broth

In a large pot, combine the beef, celery leaves, water, and tomato. Bring to a strong simmer over medium-high heat. Once it starts to boil, skim off any foam or scum. Reduce to a low simmer and cook, uncovered, for about 1 hour. Turn off the heat and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 2. Cook the Noodles

In a separate pot, cook the Chinese-style noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse lightly under running water to remove excess starch, then drain again and divide into serving bowls.

Step 3. Finish the Soup

Reheat the broth over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove the celery leaves and lightly crush the tomato with a ladle to release its flavor. Season with soy sauce and salt to taste.

Step 4. Assemble

Pour the hot broth over the noodles with the beef and crushed tomato.

Top with finely chopped garlic and chopped celery stalks as desired. Serve immediately.

Tips

・For a smoother texture, blanch and peel the tomato before cooking.

・To add a hint of spice, simmer a star anise with the broth or sprinkle cumin powder just before serving.

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Hasegawa Akari

Hasegawa Akari, a chef and dietitian, transitioned from being a child actor to studying nutrition in college. She gained fame in 2022 with her recipes on social media and has since become a popular influencer, contributing to magazines, websites, and cooking events.