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Easy Saucy Ramen Noodles

Quick and flavorful ramen noodles combined with a savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 servings dry instant ramen noodles (about 140 g)
  • 10 oz extra firm tofu or assorted vegetables/mushrooms
  • 1 cup water or vegetable broth
  • 5–7 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1.5 tsp dark soy sauce (optional)
  • 2–3 tbsp corn starch
  • 1–3 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 1/2 tbsp chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • Optional: minced garlic to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
  2. Boil water in a large pot and cook noodles according to package instructions (about 2-3 minutes less for chewy texture).
  3. Drain noodles using a strainer.
  4. Sauté your choice of veggies or tofu in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until cooked.
  5. Add the prepared sauce to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Toss in drained noodles and mix well to coat them with sauce.
  7. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until absorbed slightly, then garnish with scallions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Adjust sauce ingredients to suit your taste; serve hot for the best flavor experience.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: ramen, quick meal, vegetarian noodles, easy recipe, comfort food