Description
This Parmesan Garlic Ramen recipe transforms simple instant ramen noodles into a comforting, flavorful dish infused with aromatic garlic and rich Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying meal perfect for any day you crave a cozy, cheesy twist on traditional ramen.
Ingredients
Scale
Ramen Base
- 2 packets of ramen noodles
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
Garnish
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil Broth: Begin by bringing 2 cups of vegetable broth to a boil in a pot to prepare the flavorful cooking liquid for the noodles.
- Cook Noodles: Add the ramen noodles to the boiling broth and cook following the package instructions, typically about 3 minutes, until noodles are tender.
- Heat Olive Oil: While the noodles cook, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat to prepare for sautéing garlic.
- Sauté Garlic: Add 4 minced cloves of garlic to the warmed oil and sauté until the garlic turns golden and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
- Combine Noodles and Garlic: Drain the cooked noodles from the broth and add them immediately to the pan with the golden garlic, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper over the noodles in the pan.
- Toss and Combine: Toss all ingredients together thoroughly in the pan until the noodles are evenly coated with the garlic-Parmesan mixture and everything is well combined.
- Serve: Plate the warm Parmesan garlic ramen and garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a fresh herbal note before serving hot.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of milk or cream when tossing the noodles with Parmesan.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste based on the saltiness of your Parmesan cheese.
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor and avoid burning it to prevent bitterness.
- You can add cooked vegetables or proteins like chicken or tofu to make it a more complete meal.
- Leftover ramen can be refrigerated and reheated gently in a pan with a splash of broth to prevent drying out.
