How to make spicy ramen
Cook noodles. As directed on the package, boil a pot of water and cook the noodles. Ramen cooks considerably faster than other noodles, so make sure to read the instructions on the package.
Saute. In a small sauce pan, add the chopped green onion, ginger, garlic, and oil. Sauté for three to five minutes.
Make sauce. Add in all remaining sauce ingredients and whisk well. Simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes.
Combine. After adding the cooked noodles to the sauce, simmer it for a few minutes so the flavors can meld.
Taste. Taste and adjust flavors as desired. You can adjust the spice level by adding more soy sauce and sweetener. if it’s not spicy enough, just add in more sriracha.
Serve. Serve with fresh green onions, cilantro, and extra red pepper flakes to taste! If you’re not careful, these can get very spicy very quickly, so taste before adding more red pepper!
Use different noodles: wide rice noodles or soba noodles are good alternatives to ramen noodles.
Add some protein by chopping up some shrimp or plain chicken breast and adding them to the mixture, or by adding some ground beef or turkey. Feel free to get creative!.
Add some vegetables: Sautéed broccoli, julienned carrots, bell peppers, cabbage, mushrooms, or edamame are my favorites for this.
Add peanut butter: In a dish this simple, a small amount of peanut butter can make a big difference. I’d start with 2 tablespoons and adjust as needed.
You could use tahini instead of peanut butter because we’re using toasted sesame oil, and it would work really well with the flavors.
After made, these hot ramen noodles can be stored in the refrigerator for three to five days. Allow them to cool fully before putting them in an airtight container.
Simply reheat until warm in the stovetop or microwave with a little water, chicken broth, or oil.
They also go well cold as a noodle salad with added vegetables!
Why We Love These Spicy Ramen Noodles
- It takes a fairly cheap pantry staple and adds some extra flavor.
- Comes together in about 10 minutes
- Makes a great lunch or side
- Adaptable to add-ins, such as desired protein or vegetables
- Of course, it’s super yummy!
No, there’s not an abundance of sauce here. It’s all about the spice.
Usually, when someone thinks of ramen, they picture noodles in broth. This recipe, though, is more of a brothless ramen.
Although there is broth used, the noodles absorb the majority of the liquid component. As a result, the ramen noodles are flavorful, spicy, and among the simplest recipes for ramen noodles you’ll ever come across.
Can I Adjust the Spice?
You can simply add less hot sauce and chili sauce. A small amount of maple syrup in the sauce also aids in taming some of the heat.
