Simple Homemade Ramen Recipe
This Simple Homemade Ramen Recipe is so filling and flavorful that you’ll never go back to just microwaving the noodles again! Made with fresh veggies and a savory, umami sauce, the entire dish comes together in just 20 minutes for a filling comfort food the whole family will love.
While I love meaty dishes, I do my best to incorporate plant-based meals like Spicy Tahini Pasta with Crispy Tofu and Easy Vegetable Soup with Orzo into my weeks for a bit of variety. And this simple ramen recipe is an option that never gets old!
Not exactly a traditional Japanese ramen recipe, this version with a package of instant noodles. However, it’s far from the microwave ramen I ate in college. Instead of using the seasoning packet, we combine the noodles with a semi-homemade ramen broth full of veggies.
The result is a warm, hearty dish full of nutrients and savory flavor. Load it up with your favorite toppings, and you’ll never go back to your old ramen ways again!
Recipe Ingredients
- Avocado Oil – We use this to sauté the veggies.
- Aromatics – Fresh garlic and freshly minced ginger add depth to the flavor, creating a sweet, tangy, flavorful broth.
- Low-Sodium Soy Sauce – This adds umami flavor and a subtle saltiness to the dish.
- Vegetable Broth – This forms the base of the sauce. Chicken broth will also work. I recommend using low-sodium varieties to avoid an overpoweringly salty taste.
- Toasted Sesame Oil – A little goes a long way to add a delicious nutty flavor.
- Ramen – Use pre-packaged instant ramen noodles like the Top Ramen brand, and discard the seasoning packet.
- Vegetables – Sweet onion, red bell pepper, and button mushrooms add color, nutrients, flavor, and texture, making this homemade ramen recipe far tastier than your average packaged recipes!
- Seasonings – Kosher salt and black pepper enhances the rest of the ingredients. Then, I like to add a dash of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. However, you can omit them if you aren’t a fan.
How to Make Homemade Ramen
- Cook the ramen noodles. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Then, add two blocks of ramen, discard the seasoning, and cook until al dente. Drain the noodles in a colander, and set aside.
- Sauté the veggies. Heat part of the avocado oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Sauté the mushrooms. Once soft, add the diced onion, julienned red bell pepper, minced garlic, and ginger. Continue to cook until the onions are translucent, and season with kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Deglaze the pan. Add the vegetable broth, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Next, pour in the low-sodium soy sauce, stirring to combine.
- Combine. Add the cooked ramen, and stir to combine. Then, add a teaspoon of toasted sesame oil, and toss to combine and coat.
- Cook. Simmer the ingredients until the ramen begins to crisp on the edges.
- Serve. Remove the pan from the heat, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy warm!
Frequently Asked Questions
How should I serve homemade ramen noodle soup? I love to top this recipe with poached eggs or soft-boiled eggs. When the runny yolk mixes with the spicy ramen it creates a spicy creamy sauce that is hard to resist.
Then, I add extra toppings like crushed peanuts, scallions (green onions), and toasted sesame seeds for a bit of extra bite. Feel free to experiment to find what combinations you like best!
Can I make this recipe ahead of time? Yes! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. Reheat it in the microwave or in a pot on the stove when you’re ready to eat.
Can I add protein? Absolutely, feel free to add any protein you like best to make this simple ramen recipe even more filling. Great options include shredded chicken breasts, shrimp, and steak.
Made mostly from pantry staples, this quick homemade ramen recipe is an easy to make and delicious. Loaded with flavor you’ll be shocked that this ramen recipe comes together in 20 minutes. This easy dinner recipe is perfect any night of the week.
How to Store
Store any leftover ramen in an airtight container in the refrigerator for two to three days. Reheat in the microwave until it is heated through.
Looking for more quick homemade dinner recipes? Try my plant based spicy tahini pasta with crispy tofu.
Simple Homemade Ramen Recipe
Equipment
- 1 saucepan
- 1 pasta pot
- 1 colander
Ingredients
Spicy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced, about 2 cloves
- 1.5 teaspoons ginger, remove the skin before mincing
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Ramen and Vegetables
- 2 blocks ramen, Top Ramen brand, No seasoning packets needed
- ½ cup sweet onion, diced small
- 1 cup red bell pepper, julienned or sliced thinly
- 8 oz button mushrooms, rinsed, sliced and dried with a paper towel
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- 2 large eggs, poached, 1 egg per serving
- 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts
- 2 tablespoons scallions
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Prepare the Dish
- Boil a pot of water and add two blocks of ramen, without seasoning packet. Drain off the water in a colander once the ramen is al dente. About 2 minutes. Set aside.
- In a large sauté pan over medium heat, add two tablespoons of avocado oil. Once hot, add the sliced mushrooms and saute until lightly browned. Next, add the diced onion, julienned red bell pepper, minced garlic and ginger. Saute until the onions are translucent. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Deglaze the pan with the vegetable stock. Making sure to scrape up all of the crispy bits in the bottom of the pan. Once its reduced by half add the low sodium soy sauce. Stir well and simmer.
- Then, add the al dente ramen to the pan. Stir well. Add the toasted sesame oil. Toss until well combined. Let everything simmer in the pan until the ramen begins to get slightly crispy on the edges. Once this happens you can turn off the heat, top with your favorite protein and serve.
2 Comments on “Simple Homemade Ramen Recipe”
This recipe was SO easy and so flavorful! The ingredients are easy and doesn’t require much as I was able to make it in between work calls. Who needs takeout when you have this recipe? Plus it’s healthy and you save money 😀
I’ve made this several times now and I swear it tastes incredible each time. I’m now getting adventurous with my veggies! It’s become my go-to cravings recipe!