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Sweet & Spicy Ramen Noodles

Sweet & Spicy Ramen Noodles

Sweet & Spicy Ramen Noodles combine a perfect harmony of bold sweet and spicy flavors with comforting textures. This quick and easy recipe uses honey or brown sugar alongside chili paste or flakes to create a warm, satisfying dish that’s easily customizable and ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Noodles

  • Ramen noodles (fresh or instant style) – quantity as needed for serving

Sauce

  • Honey or brown sugar – 1 to 2 tablespoons
  • Chili paste or chili flakes – 1 to 2 teaspoons, adjust to heat preference
  • Soy sauce – 2 tablespoons
  • Vegetable or chicken broth – 1 cup
  • Garlic – 2 cloves, finely minced
  • Fresh ginger – 1 teaspoon, finely minced
  • Sesame oil – 1 teaspoon

Garnishes

  • Green onions – 2 stalks, sliced
  • Optional: toasted sesame seeds, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Finely mince the garlic and ginger, slice green onions, and gather the broth, sweetener, chili paste, and other sauce ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
  2. Cook the Noodles: Boil ramen noodles according to package instructions until just tender, then drain and set aside, taking care not to overcook so they retain a pleasant bite.
  3. Make the Sauce: Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add soy sauce, broth, honey or brown sugar, and chili paste, stirring well. Let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened.
  4. Combine Noodles with Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked noodles and toss thoroughly to ensure every strand is coated with the sweet and spicy flavors.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Top the noodles with freshly chopped green onions. Optionally, add toasted sesame seeds or a squeeze of lime for brightness before serving warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best flavor impact.
  • Start with a small amount of sweetener and adjust to taste for the perfect balance.
  • Do not overcook the noodles to prevent them from getting mushy.
  • Warm sesame oil lightly before adding aromatics to enhance nuttiness.
  • Customize the heat by adjusting chili paste or flakes as per your preference.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten Free option available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1 serving)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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