Description
Indulge in the comforting taste of Easy Saucy Ramen Noodles, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This versatile recipe allows you to customize it with your favorite vegetables, proteins like tofu or chicken, and a rich sauce that brings everything together. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor and easy to make. The delightful combination of soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and sesame oil creates a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone slurping up every last noodle. Make it your own by switching up the ingredients based on what you have on hand!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 servings dry instant ramen noodles (140 g)
- 10 oz extra firm tofu or veggies/mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 cup water or vegetable broth
- 5–7 tbsp soy sauce
- 2–3 tbsp corn starch
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Optional: garlic, scallions, sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by mixing all sauce ingredients in a bowl; set aside.
- Boil water in a large pot and cook ramen until very chewy (2–3 minutes less than package instructions). Drain and set aside.
- In a non-stick skillet, sauté chosen veggies or tofu over medium-high heat until cooked.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet, simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Add drained noodles to the skillet, mix well to coat in the sauce, and cook until heated through (about 3 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning if needed and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg