Description
A quick and flavorful Sweet & Spicy Ramen Noodles recipe that combines tender stir-fried vegetables and perfectly cooked ramen noodles tossed in a deliciously tangy, sweet, and spicy sauce. Ideal for a satisfying weeknight dinner, this Asian-inspired dish can be customized with protein and is vegetarian-friendly with simple sauce adjustments.
Ingredients
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Noodles and Sauce
- 2 packages instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce or hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha or other hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- 1 small bell pepper, sliced thin
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
Optional Protein
- Fried egg or cooked chicken/shrimp for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the instant ramen noodles according to package instructions, omitting the seasoning packets. Drain the noodles well and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce or hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar or honey, sriracha, and sesame oil until smooth and combined.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant and aromatic without burning.
- Cook Vegetables: Add julienned carrot and thinly sliced bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Toss Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked ramen noodles to the skillet and pour in the prepared sauce. Toss everything together thoroughly to coat the noodles evenly. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat, then sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately. Add a fried egg or cooked protein like chicken or shrimp if desired for extra heartiness.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of sriracha according to your heat preference.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute oyster sauce with hoisin sauce.
- This dish tastes best freshly made but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- You can add additional vegetables such as snap peas, mushrooms, or broccoli for variety.
- If you prefer gluten-free noodles, substitute with rice noodles or gluten-free ramen alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 1240 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 66 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
