Ramen Noodle Recipes

Ramen Noodles are cheap yet so easy to turn into a hearty meal. Here are 30 fantastic and easy Ramen Noodle Recipes for you to try for your next easy, delicious meal!

When I first my Asian Ramen Noodle Salad, ramen noodles were on my list to pick up at the store. And – correct me if I’m wrong – it’s impossible to purchase just one package. I always buy at least two or three for a quick lunch with poached eggs, spinach and hot sauce.

You’ll want to browse all of the recipes below, but here are a few suggestions for easy additions in just a few seconds:

But there are so many other amazing ramen noodle recipes out there (wait until you see the dessert, yowza!) that I decided to put some of my favorites together.

ramen noodle recipes

CHICKEN RAMEN NOODLES

ramen noodle recipes

This Easy Ramen Noodle recipe with chicken and flavorful stir-fry sauce takes only 20 minutes to make and is a perfect mid-week dinner.

Prep: 15min

Total: 25min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 100 g

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 100 g, calories 336 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 20 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 1724 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g

Ingredients:

  • 200 grams Boneless Chicken Thigh (Cut into cubes)
  • 1 tbsp Minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion (Sliced)
  • 1 Cup Broccoli Floret
  • 1 medium red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup Carrot (Cut into Julliens)
  • 3 Blocks Ramen Noodles
  • 1.5 cups Water
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoon Oyster Sauce
  • 2 teaspoon Rice Wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tablespoon light brown sugar (or regular sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha or Any Red Hot Sauce ((optional))
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • Pepper as per taste (For the heat)
  • Chili sauce ((optional) for extra heat)

Instruction:

  1. Start with making the stir-fry sauce. Add all the ingredients mentioned under the sauce, in a jar or a mixing bowl. Keep aside.
  2. Boil Instant ramen noodles as per instructions in the package.(~ 1 minute)
  3. In a pan heat oil. Add minced garlic and sliced Onion. Cook until the onion softens.
  4. Add chicken thigh pieces. Cook for 2-3 minutes on high heat.
  5. Add the stir-fry sauce, followed by bell pepper,broccoli florets and Carrot. Mix everything well. Let it cook till vegetables are crispy (~ minutes)
  6. Just when the sauce starts to thicken up, add water and ramen blocks. let it cook for a couple of minutes.Then flip and break any bigger chunk of ramen. cook for another 2 minutes.
  7. Garnish with spring onion. Serve Immediately.

Chicken Vegetable Ramen Noodles

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Recipe video above. A great quick Asian ramen noodle recipe that’s jam packed with a surprising amount of vegetables! Caramelise the chicken well – makes all the difference. Switch veg as desired. Also see the ground beef / mince version – Asian Beef Ramen Noodles.

Prep: 10min

Total: 18min

Yield: 3

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 383 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Sodium 836 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 packets ramen or other instant noodles (, discard seasoning (Note 1))
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 garlic cloves (, minced)
  • 1/2 onion (, sliced)
  • 200g / 7oz chicken thighs, cut into bite size pieces ((Note 2))
  • 1 1/4 cups (315 ml) water, plus more as needed
  • 1 carrot (, cut into matchsticks)
  • 1 small red capsicum / bell pepper (, sliced )
  • 2 cups cabbage (, finely sliced (any type))
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce ((Note 3))
  • 1 tbsp Oyster sauce ((or Hoisin, Note 4))
  • 2 tsp Hoisin sauce ((or more Oyster sauce))
  • 1 tbsp Mirin ((Note 5))
  • Finely sliced green onion / shallots

Instruction:

  1. Mix Sauce.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add onion and garlic, cook for 1 1/2 minutes until starting to go golden.
  3. Add chicken and cook just until the outside mostly changes from pink to white.
  4. Add Sauce and cook for 1 minute until chicken is quite caramelised.
  5. Add carrot and capsicum, cook for 1 minute (chicken should now be nicely caramelised, see video).
  6. Push chicken and veg to the side to make enough space for the noodles. Add water, place noodles in water.
  7. When the water starts simmering on the edges, leave noodles for 45 seconds then turn.
  8. Leave for 30 seconds, then untangle the noodles, then toss through the chicken and veg.
  9. Add cabbage, toss for 1 minute until sauce reduces to coat the noodles and the noodles are cooked. (Note 6)
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with green onions.

The BEST Ramen Recipe! Traditional Shoyu Ramen

FAQ

What can I mix with ramen noodles?

Simple Add-ins
  • Miso paste.
  • Chili bean sauce.
  • Thai curry paste.
  • Japanese curry powder.
  • Fish sauce.
  • Harissa.
  • Vinegar.
  • Ponzu.

What is the best thing to put in ramen noodles?

10 Ingredients to Spice Up Your Ramen
  • Sriracha. For those looking to add a different kind of kick in the form of heat, Sriracha is your option! …
  • Peanut Butter. …
  • Dried Seaweed. …
  • Furikake. …
  • Kimchi. …
  • Miso Paste. …
  • Soy Sauce. …
  • Eggs.

How do you make ramen noodles taste better?

What Can I Add to Instant Ramen To Make It Better?
  1. Switch up Your Broth. The first thing is to change up your broth. …
  2. Add an Egg. …
  3. Toss in Some Veggies. …
  4. Stir in Togarashi Chili Pepper or Chili Oil. …
  5. Add a Splash of Soy Sauce. …
  6. Add Some Peanut Butter. …
  7. Peruse Your Spice Cabinet. …
  8. Butter and Brown Sugar.
About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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