Description
This 10 Minute Spicy Ramen recipe is a quick and flavorful twist on the classic instant ramen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3 oz) dry instant ramen noodles (discard the seasoning packet)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon white part of green onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon green onion, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat water in a pan or pot until it reaches a rolling boil, preparing to cook the noodles.
- Add the ramen noodles to the boiling water and cook until al dente, making sure not to use the seasoning packet.
- Before draining, scoop out ¼ cup of the noodle cooking water and set it aside.
- Whisk together the soy sauce and brown sugar in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved.
- In a pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped white parts of the green onion and garlic, sautéing for about one minute.
- Stir in the chili flakes, mixing well.
- Pour the prepared soy sauce and brown sugar mixture into the pan along with the reserved noodle water; stir to combine.
- Add the drained ramen noodles into the pan and gently toss everything together.
- Sprinkle the chopped green onion on top as garnish and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust the chili flakes to your spice preference.
- For extra protein, consider adding cooked chicken or tofu.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg