Spicy Sesame Ramen—Lunch for 2

When I think of comfort food, I think of a steaming hot bowl of spicy sesame ramen. This dish is the perfect combination of savory, spicy, and umami flavors, and it’s so easy to make!

Meal Type

Lunch

Cuisine

Asian

Servings

2

Food Star

Ramen
Sesame Oil

Health

Variations

Diets

Variations

You Need This Stuff

  • 2 packages of ramen noodles
  • 2 tablespoons of sesame oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup of vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
  • Optional: 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro for garnish

Do This With That Stuff

  1. Chop the green onions and cilantro (if using) and set aside for garnish.
  2. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger, then set aside.
  3. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add sesame oil.
  4. Once the oil is hot, add the garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes to the pot and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, vegetable broth, and ramen noodles to the skillet and stir to combine all ingredients together.
  6. Reduce heat to low-medium heat and simmer for 5 minutes until noodles are cooked through.
  7. Divide ramen into two bowls and top with chopped green onions and cilantro (if using).
  8. Serve immediately while hot!

Variations and Pairings

  • To make the dish healthier, use low-sodium soy sauce and reduce the amount of sesame oil used.

  • For a vegan version, substitute the vegetable broth for a vegan-friendly broth.

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the ramen noodles for gluten-free noodles.

  • This spicy ramen pairs well with a light beer or a glass of white wine.

Beti’s Reflections

When I think of comfort food, I think of a steaming hot bowl of spicy sesame ramen. This dish is the perfect combination of savory, spicy, and umami flavors, and it’s so easy to make! All you need is a few simple ingredients and you can have a delicious meal in no time. 

I recently made this dish for dinner and it was a hit! I started by preheating the oven to 350°F and then chopping the green onions and cilantro (if using). I then minced the garlic and grated the ginger, and set them aside. I heated a large skillet over medium-high heat and added sesame oil. Once the oil was hot, I added the garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes and cooked for 1 minute until fragrant. I then added the soy sauce, rice vinegar, vegetable broth, and ramen noodles to the skillet and stirred to combine all ingredients together. I reduced the heat to low-medium heat and simmered for 5 minutes until the noodles were cooked through. 

I divided the ramen into two bowls and topped with chopped green onions and cilantro (if using). The result was a delicious and comforting meal that was full of flavor. The noodles were a deep golden brown color, with flecks of red pepper flakes and green onions scattered throughout. On top of the noodles were two sprigs of cilantro, adding a bright green pop of color. On the side of each bowl was a small dish of sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, allowing each person to customize the flavor of their ramen. 

If you’re looking for a delicious and comforting meal, I highly recommend trying this spicy sesame ramen. It’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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