Name: Vegetarian Ramen Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: asian
Ingredients: For the Noodles:; 2 servings dry instant ramen noodles (around 140g total) or other noodles of choice; For Sautéing:; 10 oz extra firm tofu (or veggies/mushrooms of choice), sliced; For the Sauce:; 1 cup water or vegetable broth (adjust for desired consistency); 5-7 tbsp soy sauce (adjust to desired saltiness); 1.5 tsp dark soy sauce (optional, for color); 2-3 tbsp corn starch (adjust for thickness); 1-3 tbsp sugar, maple syrup, or other sweeteners (adjust to taste); 2 tbsp rice vinegar, white vinegar, or lemon juice (adjust for sourness); ¼ tsp ground pepper; ½ tbsp chili garlic sauce or hot sauce (optional for spice); 1 tbsp sesame oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional); For Serving:; Chopped scallions for garnish; Sesame seeds for garnish

Description

Make these easy vegetarian saucy ramen noodles in just 25 minutes! A customizable, savory, and flavorful dish with tofu, veggies, and a delicious homemade sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

For the Noodles:

2 servings dry instant ramen noodles (around 140g total) or other noodles of choice

For Sautéing:

10 oz extra firm tofu (or veggies/mushrooms of choice), sliced

For the Sauce:

1 cup water or vegetable broth (adjust for desired consistency)

5–7 tbsp soy sauce (adjust to desired saltiness)

1.5 tsp dark soy sauce (optional, for color)

2–3 tbsp corn starch (adjust for thickness)

1–3 tbsp sugar, maple syrup, or other sweeteners (adjust to taste)

2 tbsp rice vinegar, white vinegar, or lemon juice (adjust for sourness)

¼ tsp ground pepper

½ tbsp chili garlic sauce or hot sauce (optional for spice)

1 tbsp sesame oil

2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

For Serving:

Chopped scallions for garnish

Sesame seeds for garnish

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Sauce

In a bowl, combine water or vegetable broth, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cornstarch, sweetener, rice vinegar, ground pepper, chili garlic sauce (optional), and sesame oil. Stir well to combine, making sure the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Noodles

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add ramen noodles (or noodles of your choice) and cook for about 2-3 minutes less than the package instructions. Drain and set aside. Optionally, rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

Step 3: Sauté the Veggies or Tofu

While the noodles cook, heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a little oil. Sauté tofu, veggies, or mushrooms for 4-5 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.

Step 4: Prepare the Sauce

Stir the sauce again to ensure the cornstarch hasn’t settled. Add the sauce to the pan with the tofu or veggies. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.

Step 5: Combine the Noodles and Sauce

Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss them in the sauce, making sure they’re well coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the noodles to absorb the sauce.

Step 6: Taste & Adjust Seasoning

Taste the noodles and adjust the seasoning, adding more soy sauce for saltiness, sugar for sweetness, or chili garlic sauce for extra spice.

Step 7: Serve & Garnish

Serve the noodles in bowls. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds. Enjoy immediately!

Notes

Cornstarch Tip: Cornstarch thickens the sauce and gives it a glossy texture. For a thinner sauce, reduce or omit the cornstarch.
Sweetness: Adjust the sugar or maple syrup to your liking. Start with less and taste as you go.
Extra Veggies: Add more veggies such as bell peppers, bok choy, or spinach to make this dish even heartier.
Spice Level: Adjust the chili garlic sauce to your taste. Skip it for a milder dish, or add more for heat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: asian