Description
Learn how to make Easy Saucy Ramen Noodles at home with these simple tips – Discover the secret to delicious homemade ramen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages (3 oz each) instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (whites and greens separated)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Optional protein: 1 cup cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu
- Optional vegetables: 1 cup sliced mushrooms, bok choy, or spinach
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Sauce In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sriracha until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Step 2: Cook the Noodles Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the ramen noodles (discarding the seasoning packets) and cook for 2 minutes, or about 1 minute less than package directions. Before draining, reserve 1/4 cup of the starchy cooking water.
- Step 3: Sauté the Aromatics Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Add garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions. Sauté until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add Optional Mix-ins Add protein and vegetables if desired. Cook thoroughly or sauté briefly.
- Step 5: Combine and Finish Add drained noodles and sauce to the skillet. Toss continuously for about 1 minute, adding reserved cooking water as needed. Finish with sesame seeds and green parts of scallions. Serve hot.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg