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Bowl of easy saucy ramen noodles with fresh vegetables and a drizzle of sauce

Easy Saucy Ramen Noodles

A quick and delicious meal featuring chewy noodles and a customizable sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Noodles and Tofu
  • 2 servings dry instant ramen noodle cakes (or other noodles of choice, around 140 g total)
  • 10 oz extra firm tofu
Sauce and Seasonings
  • 1 cup water or vegetable broth
  • 5-7 tbsp soy sauce adjust according to desired taste
  • 1.5 tsp dark soy sauce optional for color
  • 2-3 tbsp corn starch see notes
  • 1-3 tbsp sugar (maple syrup or other liquid sweetener) adjust according to desired sweetness
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar white vinegar or lemon juice, adjust according to desired sourness
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 1/2 tbsp chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced, optional)
Toppings
  • Chopped scallions for topping
  • Sesame seeds for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl until well combined. Adjust the measurements to fit your taste.
  2. Boil water in a small pot over high heat and add in your ramen or noodle of choice.
  3. Cook the noodles for 2-3 minutes less than the package instructions so they remain chewy. Drain and set aside.
  4. If desired, rinse the noodles with cold water to stop cooking and remove excess starch.
Cooking
  1. While the noodles cook, heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a little oil. Sauté your choice of veggies, mushrooms, or tofu until cooked to your liking.
  2. Pour the sauce into the pan and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking.
  3. When the sauce begins to thicken, add in the noodles and stir well to coat.
  4. Cook for about 3 more minutes over medium-high heat until the noodles have absorbed some sauce and the sauce is thick. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Notes

Feel free to customize the veggies based on what you have at home. If you like it spicier, add more chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes. For creaminess, stir in some coconut milk at the end. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Add a splash of water or broth when reheating to keep them saucy.

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