Homemade Ramen

Take the usual ramen up a notch with this quick homemade recipe!

Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 teaspoons grated ginger
  • 4 teaspoons grated garlic
  • 4 cups broth (chicken or vegetable broth will work)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms
  • 2 packages of instant ramen (noodles only!)
  • 1/2 cup chopped scallions or chives
  • 2 cup chopped kale (or spinach)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots (or another vegetable like bok choy)
  • Sriracha to taste
  • crunchy golden panko crumbs for topping
Method
  1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and ginger; stir fry for 2 minutes or until soft and fragrant.
  2. Add the broth and the water. Bring to a simmer; add the mushrooms and simmer for 10 minutes or until the mushrooms have softened and the broth is flavorful.
  3. Add the instant noodles to the hot liquid and simmer for an additional 5 minutes or until the noodles have softened. Add the scallions and stir to combine.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in the kale and carrots, and top with crunchy panko crumbs (see notes) and a soft-boiled egg (optional). Season with chili oil, hot sauce, sesame oil, and/or soy sauce, and salt to taste.


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Done in 25 minutes! Image Credit: Pinch of Yum

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