Description
A quick and flavorful fusion bowl featuring ramen noodles in a creamy curried coconut broth. This recipe blends the convenience of instant ramen with the vibrant tastes of curry for a satisfying meal ready in about 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages instant ramen noodles (flavor packets discarded)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts or cashews (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook ramen noodles according to package directions, but omit the seasoning packets. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add shallot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add garlic, ginger, curry powder, turmeric, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, stirring to combine.
- Stir in soy sauce and brown sugar. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add spinach to the broth and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Divide the cooked ramen noodles between two bowls.
- Ladle the hot curried coconut broth over the noodles.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts or cashews. Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like peas, carrots, or bell peppers. Stir them in with the spinach.
- For a spicier broth, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- If you don’t have shallots, you can use half a small onion.
- Feel free to add a protein like cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Noodles
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approx. 600-700 (will vary based on specific ingredients)
- Sugar: Approx. 10-15g
- Sodium: Approx. 1000-1500mg (will vary based on soy sauce and ramen)
- Fat: Approx. 40-50g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 30-40g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10-15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 50-60g
- Fiber: Approx. 3-5g
- Protein: Approx. 10-15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg