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Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Active Time:15 minsTotal Time:15 minsServings:4 servings
Active Time:15 mins
Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Total Time:
Servings:4 servings
Servings:
4 servings
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients3(3 1/2-ounce) packagesramen noodle soup mix(such as Nissin), seasoning packets discarded1/4cupreduced-sodium chicken broth1tablespoonplus2 1/4teaspoonsreduced sodium soy sauce1tablespooncanola oil1tablespoonlight brown sugar2teaspoonsrice vinegar2tablespoonstoasted sesame oil, divided1 1/2teaspoonscrushed red pepper, divided1tablespoonfinely choppedgarlic1teaspoongratedfresh ginger1/2cupslicedscallions
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)
Ingredients
3(3 1/2-ounce) packagesramen noodle soup mix(such as Nissin), seasoning packets discarded
1/4cupreduced-sodium chicken broth
1tablespoonplus2 1/4teaspoonsreduced sodium soy sauce
1tablespooncanola oil
1tablespoonlight brown sugar
2teaspoonsrice vinegar
2tablespoonstoasted sesame oil, divided
1 1/2teaspoonscrushed red pepper, divided
1tablespoonfinely choppedgarlic
1teaspoongratedfresh ginger
1/2cupslicedscallions
Directions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium, add ramen noodles and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender, about 4 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water; drain the noodles and rinse under cold water.
Meanwhile, stir broth, soy sauce, canola oil, brown sugar, vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil and 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper together in a medium bowl until the sugar dissolves.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the broth mixture; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Add the noodles and the reserved cooking water. Cook, stirring constantly, until the noodles are coated in sauce, about 1 minute. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. Top with scallions and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Nutrition InformationServing Size: 3/4 cupCalories 375, Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 56mg, Carbohydrates 62g, Total Sugars 4g, Added Sugars 3g, Protein 9g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 335mg, Potassium 81mg
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 3/4 cupCalories 375, Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 56mg, Carbohydrates 62g, Total Sugars 4g, Added Sugars 3g, Protein 9g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 335mg, Potassium 81mg
Serving Size: 3/4 cup
Calories 375, Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 56mg, Carbohydrates 62g, Total Sugars 4g, Added Sugars 3g, Protein 9g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 335mg, Potassium 81mg
Frequently Asked Questions
This version of spicy ramen is healthier than just boiling the package of noodles and adding the included seasoning packet to it. Those seasoning packets are loaded with sodium—up to three-quarters of a day’s worth in one package. And whilesodiumis necessary—it helps regulate fluid balance in our bodies—too much of it can have negative consequences, including high blood pressure and kidney damage.
When boiling ramen noodles, starch is released into the water. We reserve 1/2 cup of that starchy water and toss it with the ramen and chicken broth mixture. The starch from the reserved cooking water thickens the mixture slightly and helps the spicy sauce cling to the ramen.
You can top the spicy ramen with cookedchicken breast,pork,steak,tofuor aboiled eggfor a boost of protein. Add finely shredded cabbage or shredded carrots for some crunch.
Serve this spicy ramen with easy vegetable sides likeWilted Spinach with Garlic,Roasted Broccoli,Easy Eggplant Stir-Fry,Grilled AsparagusorSautéed Cabbagefor a satisfying lunch or dinner.
For a boost of heat, you can add more crushed red pepper,Sriracha, cayenne pepper or a few dashes ofhot sauce.
EatingWell.com, November 2023
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