Description
This Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen is a fusion of creamy coconut milk, bold curry flavors, and tender ramen noodles. It’s the perfect quick and comforting meal with just the right amount of heat.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional, for extra umami)
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (optional)
- 1 cup spinach or bok choy leaves
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- Juice of 1 lime
Toppings:
- Soft-boiled eggs
- Fresh cilantro
- Green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the curry paste:
- Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to release its flavor.
- Make the broth:
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring well to combine.
- Add the soy sauce, fish sauce (if using), and sriracha or chili paste. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Cook the noodles and vegetables:
- Add the ramen noodles, mushrooms, and carrots to the broth. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
- Stir in the spinach or bok choy and shredded chicken (if using), and cook for another 1-2 minutes until wilted.
- Finish with lime:
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the lime juice.
- Serve:
- Ladle the ramen into bowls and top with soft-boiled eggs, fresh cilantro, green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges as desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, skip the chicken and fish sauce, and add tofu or extra veggies like bell peppers or broccoli.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red curry paste or sriracha.