Description
Discover easy saucy ramen noodles recipe now! Perfect for busy weeknights. Try it today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages (3 oz each) ramen noodles (flavor packets discarded)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Optional protein: 1 cup cooked chicken, beef, tofu, or a soft-boiled egg
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Noodles Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the ramen noodles and cook for about 2 minutes, or until just shy of al dente—they should still have a slight bite to them. Remember, we’re aiming for slightly undercooked noodles as they’ll finish cooking in the sauce. Drain immediately and rinse briefly under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking. Set aside while you prepare the sauce.
- Step 2: Create the Sauce Base In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and rice vinegar until the sugar dissolves completely. This creates the foundation of our flavorful sauce. The balance of these ingredients is key to achieving that perfect umami-rich coating for your Easy Saucy Ramen Noodles.
- Step 3: Build the Flavor Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt completely. Once melted, add the minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, and the white parts of the green onions. Sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned. The aroma should be intoxicating—this is the flavor foundation of your dish taking shape.
- Step 4: Combine and Coat Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the aromatics and bring to a gentle simmer for about 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld together. Add the drained noodles to the skillet and toss continuously with tongs or chopsticks for 1-2 minutes, ensuring every noodle gets evenly coated with sauce. If you’re adding any pre-cooked protein, fold it in now and heat through.
- Step 5: Finish and Serve Remove the skillet from heat and transfer your Easy Saucy Ramen Noodles to serving bowls. Garnish with the green parts of the sliced green onions and a generous sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately while the noodles are hot and the sauce is at its most flavorful. For an Instagram-worthy presentation, add a soft-boiled egg with a gloriously runny yolk on top.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg