Enjoy the comforting flavors of Saucy Ramen Noodles, a vegan delight that's sure to satisfy. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of savory notes and rich umami goodness, enveloped in perfectly seasoned sauce that clings to every strand. Ideal for quick lunches or laid-back dinners, this dish is an example to simple ingredients creating extraordinary taste.
Easy Saucy Ramen Noodles Recipe
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- Room temperature water or vegetable broth
- Soy sauce (adjust according to desired taste)
- Dark soy sauce (optional, for color)
- Corn starch
- Maple syrup, sugar, or other liquid sweetener (adjust according to desired sweetness)
- Rice vinegar or lemon juice (adjust according to desired sourness)
- Ground pepper
- Chili garlic sauce or other hot sauce (optional, for spice)
- Sesame oil
- Minced garlic (optional)
For the Noodles
- Instant ramen noodles (or any noodles of your choice, for a gluten-free option consider brown rice ramen noodles)
Additional Ingredients
- Tofu, diced
- Mushrooms (e.g., oyster mushrooms), or any veggies of your choice
Instructions
Preparing the Noodles
- If you're aiming for chewy noodles, slightly undercook them by about 2 minutes less than what the package instructions recommend. This ensures they don't overcook when added to the sauce later.
- You can opt to rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process, but adding them directly to the sauce helps them absorb more flavor. If doing so, ensure your sauce is ready before the noodles are done.
Making the Sauce
- Mix all the sauce ingredients together in a bowl. Adjust the flavors according to your preference. If you plan to add more veggies or components to the dish, consider doubling the sauce recipe.
Combining Everything
- Heat a large non-stick pan and sauté your diced tofu and mushrooms in some oil until they start to get a bit of color.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and let it simmer over medium heat. It will begin to thicken because of the corn starch.
- Add the half-cooked ramen noodles to the pan, mixing well to ensure the noodles are evenly coated in the sauce.
- Cook for a few minutes until the sauce has thickened nicely around the noodles.
Final Touches
- Serve the noodles with some chopped scallions and sesame seeds on top for garnish.
- Enjoy this dish on its own or with additional tofu, mushrooms, or vegetables for an added protein boost and variety.
This versatile and easy recipe makes for a satisfying vegan meal, tailored to your taste and preferences. Enjoy your cooking!
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